In the past few weeks, a wave of concern has spread across the Mexican-American community after U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno introduced a bill aimed at ending dual citizenship in the United States.                                                                                                  
Given how many families proudly hold both U.S. and Mexican nationality, and how many more are in the process of obtaining it,  this proposal understandably caused confusion, fear, and an explosion of online rumors.

At DNExpress, we believe in clarity, transparency, and guidance, especially when legal changes are involved. This article will explain:

  • What the Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 actually proposes
  • What this bill means for dual citizens today
  • Why experts say it is highly unlikely to become law
  • What you should do if you’re currently in the process of obtaining Mexican citizenship

And most importantly: why this is not the end of dual citizenship, and not the end of your DNExpress trajectory.

What Does the Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 Propose?

According to analyses by Greenback Tax Services and legal reporting from major outlets, the bill proposes:

  • A complete ban on dual citizenship for U.S. citizens
  • Requiring current dual citizens to renounce one nationality or lose U.S. citizenship
  • Automatic loss of U.S. citizenship if someone naturalizes in another country
  • A federal registry of Americans holding dual nationality
  • Reclassifying individuals who give up U.S. citizenship as “aliens” under immigration law

This legislation was introduced by Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio and immediately gained media attention, but not broad political support. 

Why Are Communities Worried?

Mexican-Americans, especially those who hold or are pursuing Mexican citizenship, are asking questions like:

  • “Will I lose my U.S. citizenship?”
  • “What happens if I already have Mexican nationality?”
  • “Should I stop my dual citizenship process?”
  • “Do I need to choose between countries?”

These are valid concerns. But the key is understanding reality vs. fear.

The Reality: Dual Citizenship Is STILL Legal Today

Let’s be clear:

  •  No law has changed.

Dual citizenship remains 100% legal in the United States.

  •  Nobody is being asked to renounce anything.

No deadlines, no instructions, no procedures, because there is no law.

  • The bill has an extremely low chance of passing.

According to legal experts and immigration attorneys, the bill:

  • Contradicts Supreme Court precedents such as Afroyim v. Rusk and Vance v. Terrazas, which affirm that U.S. citizenship cannot be taken away without a clear voluntary intent
  • Lacks political support, it was introduced by a single senator
  • It would be impossible to implement administratively (millions of dual citizens would need to be processed) in the near future.
  • Has been publicly criticized, including in Cleveland.com, where readers called it “a staggering rejection” of American diversity

In simple terms:

Your dual citizenship rights are intact. Your Mexican dual citizenship process remains completely safe.

What About People Already in the Process of Obtaining Mexican Citizenship?

If you are already working with DNExpress, or planning to, here is the guidance based on current law and expert analysis:

Do NOT pause or cancel your process.

Nothing has changed in U.S. or Mexican law.

Obtaining Mexican citizenship is still legal and protected.

 If anything ever changes, it would take years, and DNExpress would notify you immediately.

Bills go through committees, voting rounds, approval in both chambers, possible amendments, legal challenges, and more. This is not an overnight process.

There is no evidence the U.S. government intends to retroactively punish or strip citizenship from dual nationals.

Not only would that violate constitutional protections, but the Supreme Court has repeatedly ruled against it.

Why Experts at DNE Believe the Bill Will Not Pass

According to the Greenback Tax Services analysis and other legal commentators:

1. It is unconstitutional.

Supreme Court precedent is clear:
U.S. citizenship cannot be removed unless an individual voluntarily shows intent to give it up.

This bill forces involuntary loss, which the Court has already struck down in past cases.

2. It has no bipartisan support.

Major legislation requires majority backing. This bill does not have it.

3. It’s nearly impossible to enforce.

Tracking, contacting, processing, and obtaining renunciations from millions of dual nationals worldwide would be a logistical and financial impossibility. Once again, US citizens must renounce their other citizenships for this to work, the government CAN’T force single citizenship or “revoke” it. 

4. Public reaction is overwhelmingly negative.

Newspapers and public commentaries, including Cleveland.com, highlight strong opposition from voters and immigrants alike. Have you heard of rage baiting? Purposefully making someone mad. Well, this is what people think it is. 

5. Experts see it more as a political statement than a realistic policy.

Many legislative proposals are symbolic and never reach a vote. The mediatic attention the bill has gained can blur the line between sensationalist proposals, rumors, and actual information. It is crucial to question everything we see on the internet regarding this initiative. Taking into consideration the current political climate in the US, this bill can easily be used to express a political statement rather than a solution to a problem that does not exist.

We are monitoring updates daily and will always tell you the truth, not rumors. At DNExpress, we are committed to provide a transparent and trustworthy service to immigrant families from around the world. Our mission is to protect the dignity of our clients heritage and honor it through services such as dual citizenship. Obtaining dual citizenship remains the best way to broaden your opportunities and celebrate your heritage. The main advice we have it’s to get your dual citizenship now.

6. Economic effects

Imagine how many people have dual citizenship, or the right to petition it. Imagine how many businessmen and employees. Full foreign companies operate in the US, for example Mexican Companies (like BIMBO) operate in the US with Mexican-US employees. Imagine how many opportunities, taxes, employments, wages, bonuses, businesses, and more the US will lose with this bill. From a brief economic point of view, it does not make sense.

 

So… Should You Still Apply for Mexican Citizenship?

Yes, and here’s why:

Dual nationality remains legal

Nothing in U.S. law has changed.

Mexican citizenship offers lifelong benefits

Including property rights, inheritance advantages, easier residency for family members, and emergency consular protections.

If any real changes ever occur, those who already hold Mexican citizenship may be in a better position than those who wait.

Immigration attorneys expect long legal battles if the bill progresses

Even though it’s quite unlikely that such a bill progresses in the US (the land of immigrants) it would take years before dual citizenship could be prohibited. It’s simply unconstitutional. 

The Fourteenth Amendment (1868) to the Constitution specifically defined national and state citizenship and seemingly removed any contradiction between the two.

During which the current system will continue to operate normally.

 

This Is NOT the End of Dual Citizenship

We understand that the announcement of such a bill can feel intimidating, especially if you’re in the middle of a process that deeply matters to your identity, your family, and your future.

But here is the truth:

  • This is only a proposal, not a law
  • Experts believe it is unlikely to pass
  • Dual citizenship is still legal
  • Your DNExpress process continues as normal
  • If anything changes, you will hear it from DNExpress first
  • You are not alone, we are monitoring, informing, and supporting you every step of the way