The Trump administration is proposing significant increases to the cost of applying for U.S. citizenship. The Department of Homeland Security aims to raise the naturalization application fee to $1,330, nearly doubling the current price. The proposed rule would also eliminate fee waivers for low-income applicants, impacting vulnerable populations. Officials justify the changes by citing the need to cover the agency’s operating costs. Critics argue the increases will create a financial barrier to citizenship for many legal residents. The proposal is part of a broader effort to reshape immigration policies and increase revenue from immigration-related fees. The changes are currently under review and subject to public comment.