Immigrants seeking citizenship status could now be denied if federal officers determine their behavior doesn't follow "societal norms," or is "frowned upon." The Trump administration is revising the ...

Giving individual immigration officials more discretion over what counts as "good moral character" will only complicate an already flawed system for determining who is worthy of becoming a U.S.

The Trump administration is set to prioritize "good moral character" for those seeking American citizenship, according to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services. On Friday, officers were ...

New citizen swearing allegiance to America. For example, 1000 new immigrants just became citizens at Wrigley Field. But now, U.S. immigrants will have to pass a new good moral character citizenship ...

One of the key requirements for U.S. citizenship through naturalization is to show good moral character. That signifies behaving in an acceptable manner, not committing certain crimes during the five ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Admitted NY Bar and US Tax Court, covers US international tax law. USCIS is now taking a more holistic approach to naturalization ...

Having a strong moral compass is often associated with forgiveness. Many religious traditions preach absolution of others’ sins; this is one of Jesus’ central teachings, and it is a central virtue of ...