Federal Citizenship

Federal citizenship in the United States refers to an individual's legal status as a citizen of the country as a whole, established by the 14th Amendment. This status grants rights such as voting in federal elections, running for certain federal offices, and receiving protection under federal laws. Federal citizenship is linked to, but distinct from, state citizenship, which pertains to one's rights and responsibilities within a specific state. Usually, a person acquires federal citizenship automatically if born in the U.S. or through naturalization. It provides a unified legal identity across all states and territories.