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DHS Reviews Reality Show Pitch Where Immigrants Compete for Citizenship

The Department of Homeland Security confirms it is in the early stages of vetting the concept, denying any involvement from Secretary Kristi Noem.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem suggests a reality show called The American, featuring immigrants competing for citizenship. REUTERS/Anna Rose Layden
Kristi Noem, Secretary of Homeland Security, testifies in front of the House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security in Washington, D.C., on May 6, 2025.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) seal hangs on a fence at the agency's headquarters in Washington, D.C., U.S., on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014. The U.S. House is set to pass a $1.1 trillion spending bill that includes a banking provision opposed by many Democrats as a giveaway to large institutions. Current funding for the government ends today, and the measure would finance most of the government through September 2015. The DHS, responsible for immigration policy, would be financed only through Feb. 27. Photographer: Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg via Getty Images
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks with employees at the Department of Homeland Security headquarters on January 28, 2025, in Washington, D.C.

Overview

  • Canadian producer Rob Worsoff has pitched a reality TV show, 'The American,' where immigrants compete in challenges across the U.S. for expedited citizenship.
  • DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin stated the proposal is in the initial vetting phase and has neither been approved nor denied.
  • The show concept includes contestants traveling from Ellis Island to various U.S. regions, completing culturally themed tasks, with the winner being sworn in at the U.S. Capitol.
  • DHS clarified that Secretary Kristi Noem has not reviewed or supported the pitch, countering earlier reports suggesting her involvement.
  • Worsoff has pitched the idea to previous administrations, framing it as a celebration of American identity and a potential platform for corporate sponsorship.