Justice Department Strips Citizenship From Criminals and Terrorists #
Todd Blanche stood in Washington this Friday as the Justice Department moved to revoke the American citizenship of 12 foreign-born residents. These individuals are accused of concealing histories of terrorism, war crimes, and the sexual abuse of children. The move signals a dramatic shift in how the federal government treats the sacred bond of naturalization. Among those targeted is a Colombian-born Catholic priest previously convicted of assaulting a minor and a man with alleged ties to al Qaeda. Acting Attorney…