New Citizens Join America on 250th Birthday | Jackson News

Nineteen new Americans took the oath of citizenship just before the nation’s 250th birthday, celebrating at the Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson — a symbolic, Fourth of July-themed ceremony honoring their diverse journeys. From India to Peru, each new citizen shared how the U.S. offered them opportunity and belonging, with Judge Kristi H. Johnson urging them to actively shape America’s future. The emotional event, capped by the Pledge and “My Country Tis of Thee,” reminded everyone that the American story is written by those who choose to call it home. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8beb519d3b939f9c