07-11-2018, 05:05 PM
(07-11-2018, 04:53 PM)bfine32 Wrote: Not that it matters but the MAVNI program was initially suspended in SEP 2016.
https://mavnicenter.com/topic/48/fy2017-mavni-program-updates
Maybe this was done to take care of those in the pipeline and those in the pipeline have been taken care of, but some just don't like the outcome of a few individuals, so "Trump's fault"'
No. What matters is that in 2017 the DOD under the Trump administration changed the rules
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/new-department-defense-rules-put-future-some-non-citizen-recruits-n814366
On Oct. 13, the Department of Defense issued policy changes that impact the ability of non-citizen recruits, both within the program and outside, to obtain citizenship.
To apply for naturalization, recruits are required to submit a document confirming their military service along with their naturalization application. Prior to the policy change, one day of service was sufficient to be eligible.
But under the new policy, applicants will need to complete all necessary background and security checks, complete basic training, and serve 180 consecutive days in active duty or one year in the selected reserve among other requirements before their service can be considered honorable.
