USCIS Director Fegerger Leads Oath Ceremony for 75 New Citizens from Seven Countries

In a momentous gathering at the Guam Legislature, the air buzzed with anticipation as 75 hopeful candidates prepared to take a significant step toward their future. On August 1, 2025, the naturalization ceremony marked the 75th anniversary of the Organic Act of Guam, a pivotal moment in the island's history. Under the warm glow of city hall lights, the candidates, hailing from seven diverse countries including the Philippines, South Korea, and India, stood ready to embrace their new identity as citizens of the United States.

Rebecca Fegerger, the field office director from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, addressed the court with a sense of pride. She confirmed that all candidates had met the necessary requirements of residency, good moral character, and allegiance to the principles of the U.S. Constitution. With a respectful request, she urged the court to administer the oath of allegiance, a ceremonial step that would transform these individuals into full-fledged citizens.

The court, recognizing the significance of this occasion, granted the motion without hesitation. As the judges stood together, the atmosphere shifted from formal proceedings to a shared celebration of unity and hope. The oath of allegiance was recited, echoing through the hall as the candidates pledged their loyalty to their new country. “I hereby declare,” they intoned, their voices rising in unison, “that I absolutely and entirely renounce and abjure all allegiance and fidelity to any foreign prince, potentate, state, or sovereignty.”

With each word, the candidates not only affirmed their commitment to the United States but also embraced the responsibilities that come with citizenship. The ceremony concluded with heartfelt congratulations, marking a new chapter in the lives of these individuals and the broader community of Guam.

As the event drew to a close, the anticipation of hearing from the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump, lingered in the air, promising further reflections on the importance of citizenship and the values that bind the nation together. This ceremony was not just a legal formality; it was a celebration of dreams realized and a testament to the enduring spirit of those who seek a better life in America.