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150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon
By Nick Viviani at FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· July 5, 2026
· 1 min read
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
In Minneapolis , the significance of 150 people becoming US citizens on the 4th of July is a powerful reminder of the diverse fabric of the Twin Cities community. As the city continues to grow and attract people from around the world, naturalization ceremonies like the one at Mount Vernon demonstrate the enduring appeal of American citizenship. For Minneapolis residents who have gone through the naturalization process, this ceremony may evoke memories of their own journey to citizenship. The fact that people from 50 nations were represented among the new citizens also reflects the global connections that exist within the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, where international businesses, cultural events, and community organizations thrive. As the city moves forward, it will be interesting to see how these new citizens contribute to and shape the local community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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