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French Minister Redefines Citizenship as a Privilege

5/8/2025

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French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau is shaking up the naturalization process, declaring nationality a privilege rather than a right. His directive to regional prefects emphasizes stricter rules, barring those with illegal immigration histories and prioritizing assimilation. This bold move underscores Retailleau's conservative stance and aims to reshape the landscape of French citizenship.

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French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau is shaking up the naturalization process, declaring nationality a privilege rather than a right. His directive to regional prefects emphasizes stricter rules, barring those with illegal immigration histories and prioritizing assimilation. This bold move underscores Retailleau's conservative stance and aims to reshape the landscape of French citizenship.