Vet's Citizenship Battle: Betrayed by U.S.?

0:00In Tababay, it's March 2nd, and here's what is going on. A Florida Marine veteran named Paul Canton has lost his federal court battle for U.S. citizenship after a 10-year fight, putting him at risk of deportation. Born in New Zealand and raised in Australia, Canton entered the U.S. legally as a teen on a visitor exchange visa. He overstayed it, but joined the Marines during the Persian Gulf War era, based on assurances of automatic citizenship after an honorable discharge. It never happened because his active reserve duty started just after the official period of hostility ended. Canton built a full life in Florida, marrying, raising two kids, working steadily, and even voting in elections, all while believing he was a citizen. He has no criminal record, but a routine driver's license renewal revealed his undocumented status. His attorney calls the outcome absurd, especially for a fluent English speaker who served honorably. All-makers from both parties praised his service and said he deserved citizenship, but

1:01no bills advanced to help him. Now stateless after losing his original citizenship by joining the U.S. military, Canton's only paths forward are a special congressional bill, or presidential action. Despite the betrayal, he still loves America and just wants what he earned. Quick thanks to today's sponsor, see the description for more. A pillow that plays your sound quietly, comfortably, effortlessly, built for nighttime listening,