A bill introduced by Republican Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio would prohibit Americans from holding dual citizenship, a change that could affect First Lady Melania Trump and her son, Barron, according to existing public records and biographical reporting.

Newsweek contacted immigration lawyers for comment, including Michael Wildes, who represented the first lady during the process that led to her obtaining lawful permanent residency and ultimately U.S. citizenship, via email outside of normal office hours on Tuesday.

Why It Matters

Senator Bernie Moreno’s proposal to eliminate dual citizenship carries implications far beyond legislative debate: it could directly affect First Lady Melania Trump and her son Barron, who both hold U.S.–Slovenian citizenship.

While the bill aims to requi

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