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DHS considering reality show in which immigrants compete for citizenship

FILE — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem watches as the  Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs committee holds a hearing to examine the nominations of Troy Edgar and Dan Bishop in Washington, Feb. 25, 2025. A handbag belonging to Noem containing her passport, department security badge and $3,000 in cash was stolen on Sunday night, April 20, 2025, at a restaurant in Washington, the department confirmed. (Kenny Holston/The New York Times) XNYT0444 XNYT0444

Twelve immigrant contestants would arrive on a boat at Ellis Island and travel around the U.S. in a train to learn about the nation’s history and compete in challenges.

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