A US citizenship applicant was recently denied naturalization following a LinkedIn connection request sent to a USCIS official. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) cited the request as raising concerns about potentially threatening or improperly influential behavior directed towards its personnel. The agency likened the social media invitation to the threats faced by its staff, forming the basis for the denial. Legal experts have noted the unusual nature of the case, emphasizing that no actual contact or communication occurred beyond the invitation. This decision raises questions about the boundaries of permissible interaction between applicants and USCIS employees. The case highlights a potentially new and controversial ground for denying naturalization applications. It remains unclear if this precedent will be applied in future cases.