JUST IN: Congressman Randy Fine demands passage of his bill to ban dual citizens from serving in Congress…

Congressman Randy Fine Demands Passage of Bill to Ban Dual Citizens from Serving in Congress
In a renewed push amid ongoing debates over loyalty and national priorities, U.S. Representative Randy Fine (R-FL) has called for the immediate passage of his legislation aimed at prohibiting individuals with dual citizenship from serving in the United States Congress.

The bill, officially titled the Disqualifying Dual Loyalty Act (introduced as H.R. 5817 in late 2025), would bar anyone holding citizenship in a foreign country from being elected to or continuing to serve in the House of Representatives or the Senate. Candidates would be required to renounce any non-U.S. citizenship prior to election, and current members with dual citizenship would need to relinquish their foreign allegiance if seeking reelection.
Fine, representing Florida’s 6th congressional district, has framed the measure as a straightforward matter of undivided allegiance. “You can only swear allegiance to one country,” he stated in recent remarks. “If you’re in Congress, that allegiance should be to America.” He emphasized that the legislation ensures lawmakers are “fully committed to our country, not divided between two.”
The congressman has argued that while dual citizenship may be acceptable for private citizens in an increasingly globalized world, it poses an unacceptable risk for those entrusted with shaping U.S. national policy and security. He has pointed to potential conflicts of interest, questioning scenarios such as dual citizens working in sensitive roles like at the CIA if their other nationality involves a nation with adversarial relations to the U.S.
Fine’s renewed demand for passage comes as viral posts and discussions on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) highlight the proposal, with supporters describing it as “common sense” and “America First” policy. Critics and observers have noted that the bill could affect members who hold citizenship from countries of origin, particularly among immigrant-background lawmakers—many of whom are Democrats, according to Fine’s comments.

The congressman has also addressed motivations behind the bill, stating it counters baseless accusations of divided loyalties, including antisemitic claims directed at Jewish members of Congress (Fine himself is Jewish). He has clarified that the measure is not retroactive in a punitive sense—individuals could renounce foreign citizenship to continue or pursue service—but aims to set a clear standard moving forward.
Introduced in October 2025, the bill was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary (with some reports noting initial referral to House Administration). It has yet to advance significantly through the legislative process, facing uncertain prospects in a divided Congress. No official tally exists of current members with dual citizenship, as disclosure is not currently required.
Fine’s push aligns with broader “America First” themes in recent political discourse, though it has drawn attention to complex issues surrounding immigration, naturalization, and constitutional qualifications for office. The U.S. Constitution sets basic eligibility for Congress (age, citizenship duration, and residency), but does not explicitly address dual nationality.
As debates continue, Fine’s call underscores ongoing tensions over loyalty, representation, and who should make laws for the American people. Whether the bill gains traction remains to be seen, but it has reignited conversations about the intersection of personal identity, national allegiance, and public service.