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150 people from 50 countries become US citizens at Mount Vernon on America's 250th birthday
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk Jesse Bedayn And Rod Lamkey, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 4, 2026
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Key points The event took place on George Washington's lawn, where 150 individuals from 50 countries were in attendance. Further information about the event can be found through KSAT 12, which reported on the naturalization ceremony at Mount Vernon.
A ceremony was held at Mount Vernon on Saturday to mark a significant milestone. People from around the world gathered to become US citizens. The event took place on George Washington's lawn, where 150 individuals from 50 countries were in attendance.
The ceremony coincided with America's 250th birthday. Families of the soon-to-be citizens were present, seeking shade under trees on the lawn. Details of the ceremony, including the swearing-in process, are available from the source.
Further information about the event can be found through KSAT 12, which reported on the naturalization ceremony at Mount Vernon.
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Category: local Published: July 4, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News Reading time: 1 min
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