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SHOCKING: State Department Makes It 80% CHEAPER to Renounce American Citizenship

Gary FranchiMarch 14, 2026178 views
SHOCKING: State Department Makes It 80% CHEAPER to Renounce American Citizenship
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In a stunning development that has patriots scratching their heads, the U.S. State Department has made it dramatically easier—and cheaper—for Americans to renounce their citizenship, cutting fees by a staggering 80 percent.

The fee reduction means Americans who want to abandon the greatest nation on earth can now do so for a fraction of the previous cost. This bureaucratic decision comes at a time when President Trump is working tirelessly to restore American greatness and implement his America First agenda.

But here's what's really infuriating: while the State Department is rolling out the red carpet for citizenship renunciation, hardworking Americans are still dealing with sky-high fees for basic government services. Want to get a passport? That'll cost you plenty. Need to process immigration paperwork for your legal immigrant spouse? Better open your wallet wide.

Wrong Priorities at the Wrong Time

This tone-deaf policy raises serious questions about the State Department's priorities. Why are we making it cheaper and easier for people to reject American citizenship while President Trump is fighting to secure our borders and restore national pride?

Patriots across the country are rightfully asking: shouldn't we be focused on making America so great that people are desperate to BECOME citizens, not flee from citizenship?

The timing couldn't be worse. As Trump implements his mass deportation program and works to secure our southern border, the last thing we need is government bureaucrats sending mixed messages about the value of American citizenship.

This decision reeks of deep state influence—the same administrative state that fought Trump tooth and nail during his first term and continues to undermine America First policies.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio needs to get to the bottom of this immediately. Who approved this policy? What was the justification? And why are we prioritizing people who want to abandon America over those who love this country?

Americans deserve answers. We're not asking for much—just a government that puts America and American citizens first. Is that too much to ask?

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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RedStateRealistVerifiedjust now
Wait, it used to cost over $2,000 to renounce? I had no idea it was that expensive to begin with!
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TaxpayerSteveVerifiedjust now
I wonder if this has anything to do with trying to reduce the number of overseas Americans who don't pay taxes? Seems like they want to cut ties with expats rather than deal with the paperwork.
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FreedomFighter88Verifiedjust now
Good riddance! If you don't want to be American, don't let the door hit you on the way out.
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VeteranDadVerifiedjust now
I served 20 years so people could have that choice, but it still breaks my heart to see people give up on America.
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PatriotMom2024Verifiedjust now
This is absolutely outrageous! They're making it easier and cheaper for people to abandon the country that gave them everything. Meanwhile, legal immigration costs are through the roof.
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ConstitutionFirstVerifiedjust now
Exactly! My cousin spent $15k and waited 3 years to become a citizen legally, but now they're practically paying people to leave.
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SmallGovAdvocateVerifiedjust now
This is what happens when the government makes life so difficult for Americans living abroad with all the banking restrictions and double taxation. They're forcing people out then making it cheap to leave officially.