White House Issues Executive Order on American Citizenship
The President signed an order titled "Continuing to Protect the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship," citing protection against risks posed by malign foreign actors.
Executive Order Signed
On August 6, 2026, the White House announced an executive order titled "Continuing to Protect the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship." The order invokes the authority vested in the President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States.
The stated purpose of the order describes United States citizenship as a "priceless and profound gift" and refers to the Administration's efforts since the President's first day in office to guard against risks posed by malign foreign actors.
"By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose. The privilege of United States citizenship remains a priceless and profound gift. Since my first day in office, my Administration has guarded against the risks posed by malign foreign actors"
Continuing to Protect the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship — White House, 2026-08-06
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