Topic: Citizenship and Naturalization

Colo. Congressman Mike Coffman expands 'birther' apology

Coffman later said his comments were 'boneheaded' and that he should not have questioned Obama's patriotism. 

Nebraska approves prenatal care for illegal immigrants

Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman (R) has worried that the bill will make Nebraska a ‘sanctuary’ for illegal immigrants, since it will become the only state in the Midwest to provide that benefit.

Law school rankings: The results are out, but do they really matter?

US News & World Report released its annual law school rankings Tuesday, reviewing about 200 schools. The rankings can have a powerful impact on universities, experts say. 

4.0 earthquake in Missouri shakes 9 states

The US Geological Survey says the magnitude 4.0 earthquake was centered near the town of East Prairie, Missouri.

Obama puts colleges on notice: Lower tuition or face reduced funding

The election year proposal was also a political appeal to young people and working families, two important voting blocs for Obama.

Rick Perry abandoning bid, backing Gingrich

Perry has faced calls to drop out of the race to compel conservative voters, whose support has been divided among several conservative candidates, to rally behind Gingrich in hopes of stopping Romney. 

Court convenes to sentence Van der Sloot for murder

Prosecutors have asked for a 30-year sentence for first-degree murder and theft in the killing of Stephany Flores.

Dream a little DREAM: A solution to US illegal immigration that is fair to all

In US immigration debate, compassion for children brought here illegally by parents, and fairness to citizens and legal immigrants do not have to be diametrically opposed. Congress and Obama can grant lawful permanent resident status under a version of the now-defunct DREAM Act.

Mistakenly deported US teen coming home. Was she victim or adventurer?

Jakadrien Turner was deported last year to Colombia after she gave a false name to law enforcement. Officials tracked the girl down about a month ago, and she'll return to the US Friday.

German mother of L.A. arsons suspect asks if 'Nazis' took her son

L.A. arsons: Was Harry Burkhart setting fires in reaction to the arrest last week of his mother?  German authorities want her for multiple counts of fraud.

German arrested in L.A. arsons declares, 'I hate America' (Video)

Harry Burkhart, a German citizen and resident of Hollywood, was arrested in connection to the 53 arson fires set across Los Angeles.

Election 101: Where the GOP candidates stand on immigration, abortion and other social issues

Social policies are a defining issue in this, or any, Republican race. With the GOP electorate increasingly focused on social issues in recent decades, their leaders' views have shifted in kind. Take a look at where each of the candidates stand. 

How Sheriff Joe Arpaio helps (and hurts) Rick Perry on illegal immigration

The endorsement of anti-illegal immigration crusader Joe Arpaio is a big boost to the conservative credentials of Rick Perry. But 'Sheriff Joe' is not without his critics, even among Republicans. 

Newt Gingrich targets 'sancturary' cities for illegal immigrants

In a campaign speech in South Carolina, a key primary state, Newt Gingrich spoke against 'sanctuary' cities for illegal immigrants. But Newt Gingrich also called for a guest worker program.

Did Newt Gingrich just flip-flop on immigration?

Newt Gingrich has said that law-abiding, tax-paying illegal immigrant families should not be forcefully kicked out of the US. Now, he's emphasizing the get-tough part of his stance on immigration.

Statue of Liberty birthday celebrations include Sigourney Weaver, 'La Marseillaise,' and 125 new Americans

Jesse Jackson Jr. being investigated for Obama Senate seat scandal

Jesse Jackson Jr,, a Democratic member of the House from Illinois, has denied wrongdoing and has not been charged with any wrongdoing. The case was deferred in September 2009.

Alabama immigration law blocked by federal appeals court

Alabama immigration law: The 11th US Circuit Court of Appeals also blocked a part of the law that allows authorities to charge immigrants who do not carry documents proving their legal status.

Gilad Shalit: Why does he matter so much?

Gilad Shalit was kidnapped by Hamas fighters more than five years ago, sparking outrage across Israel. Now he's set to be freed in exchange for more than 1,000 Palestinian prisoners.

Should we give international students green cards with their diplomas?

Our immigration system needs reform, but this solution simply adds one more layer of complexity on a broken system.

Rick Perry's 'heart' comment shows GOP shift on immigration

Rick Perry is under fire for his comment about those who oppose in-state tuition for the children of illegal immigrants. But immigration is a complicated issue for a governor whose border with Mexico is more than 1,200 miles long.

Birthright citizenship: Lawyers group opposes proposed US Constitution change

Birthright citizenship is given to anyone born in the US. The American Bar Association says they're against any changes to the Constitution that would outlaw birthright citizenship.

As congressional debt-ceiling plans founder, eyes turn to executive option

There is growing pressure on President Obama to simply declare an increase in the debt ceiling by executive order and tell everyone else: Deal with it.

Does hotel maid in Strauss-Kahn case need a defense lawyer, too?

Officials assert that the alleged victim in the sexual assault case against ex-IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn lied on her tax returns, asylum application, and on other occasions. Is she now in legal trouble?