Running for Political Office as a Naturalized Citizen
In America, politics is a subject of endless discussion and debate. Throughout the country, elections are held regularly to fill a variety of local, state, and federal offices. Running for political office is a right available to all American citizens. Naturalized U.S. citizens can run for any elected office, with the notable exception of the Presidency and Vice Presidency.
If you have questions about your rights as a naturalized citizen, an Austin immigration attorney can be a valuable source of information. The trusted legal staff at the Law Office of William Jang, PLLC, is equipped to help with a variety of issues related to immigration documentation and status. Contact us at 512-323-2333 to find out more about the services we provide to naturalized citizens and their families.
Elected Offices Open to Naturalized U.S. Citizens
In general, naturalized citizens can run for any elected position except that of President and Vice President. Currently, naturalized citizens can be found at every level of government, in each of its three branches. Immigrants bring their skills, education, and unique perspective to elected offices such as:
- City Council
- Mayor
- Commissioner
- Governor
- State Representative and State Senator
- U.S. Representative and U.S. Senator
- District Attorney
- Judge
Running for office can be a stressful process for naturalized and native-born citizens alike, but naturalized candidates may face the additional requirement of producing their immigration documents when submitting their name for a ballot. If you need to provide evidence of your naturalized status for the purpose of a political campaign, an attorney may be able to assist you.
Contact Us
At the Law Office of William Jang, PLLC, we are proud to help naturalized immigrants enjoy the benefits of U.S. citizenship, including the right to run for office. For assistance with various aspects of naturalization and immigration, do not hesitate to contact an Austin immigration lawyer at 512-323-2333.