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U.S. Citizenship Exam Overhaul Sparks Controversy Among Immigrants

8/2/2025

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The U.S. citizenship exam is set for a major overhaul, now demanding applicants to correctly answer 12 out of 20 civics questions. Critics fear this change could hinder immigrants with limited English proficiency. Meanwhile, the H-1B visa program will now focus on higher wages for foreign workers, sparking heated discussions among industry leaders and lawmakers.

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The U.S. citizenship exam is set for a major overhaul, now demanding applicants to correctly answer 12 out of 20 civics questions. Critics fear this change could hinder immigrants with limited English proficiency. Meanwhile, the H-1B visa program will now focus on higher wages for foreign workers, sparking heated discussions among industry leaders and lawmakers.