Recently, questions have arisen around Elon Musk’s U.S. citizenship, with some advocating for its revocation. This follows increased scrutiny over his early career in the United States, when Musk may have worked without proper authorization before his naturalization. U.S. immigration law considers unauthorized work a potential grounds for denaturalization if not disclosed during the citizenship process. Though rare, such cases do occur, particularly if there’s evidence of misrepresentation on immigration forms.
Legal experts highlight that Musk’s citizenship could theoretically be at risk if investigations uncover any past inaccuracies, but emphasize that the process for revocation is complex and would require substantial evidence. Given Musk’s contributions to industries like aerospace and national security, any citizenship review would likely involve high-level legal and governmental deliberation. Furthermore, even if Musk were found to have committed minor violations, such cases are typically challenging to prosecute due to the long passage of time.
The Biden administration has not formally pursued any actions to revoke Musk’s citizenship, though immigration officials reportedly maintain strict standards for naturalization integrity. Calls for review have gained attention primarily due to Musk’s public influence and political affiliations, with some fearing that a future administration might pursue the matter more aggressively under changed policies.
