California, Hold My Beer!

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Re: California, Hold My Beer!

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JamesVincent wrote: Mon Jan 25, 2021 8:59 pm
AnOwlCalledSage wrote: Mon Jan 25, 2021 8:00 pm If he is not a lawful permanent resident, then he isn't a US citizen by default. My reading of 8 USC 1255 is that you have to apply for immigrant status for it to come into effect.
Aren't they living in California now?
They are; but AnOwlCalledSage is correct. If Archie becomes a Lawful Permanent Resident, his parents can apply for US citizenship for him, if they so desire.
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