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Alexander Marino appeared on CONNECT With Sarah Crosbie on Corus Radio on August 25, 2026, to discuss to discuss US Citizenship Renunciation in wake of the Canada-US trade war.

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Alexander Marino is quoted in The Guardian article:“‘I don’t want to be part of a dictatorship’: the Americans queueing up to renounce their citizenship”, April 28, 2026.

 

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Alexander Marino was a guest on the “This is Ottawa” CBC podcast episode titled ‘I feel alienated from my U.S. identity’ on March 23, 2026.

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Alexander Marino was interviewed for the CBC news story “Dual citizens weigh Trump, taxes in decision to renounce US citizenship” on March 23, 2026.

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Kim GC Moody was a guest on The Current with Matt Galloway on CBC Radio, on September 22, 2025 discussing “Why can’t you get a CRA agent on the line?”

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The US Pauses International Student Visa Appointments

In an unprecedented and disheartening move, the US has ordered the suspension of student and exchange visitor visa (including F, M, and J visas) processing as the administration ramps up its social media vetting process.

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The Trump Bump? Why More US Expats Are Looking to Renounce Their Citizenship

In the wake of Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory, many US expats are taking a hard look at their American citizenship—and deciding that renunciation may be their best option. According to a recent CBC News article, US consulates in Canada have seen a surge in inquiries from American expats looking to cut ties with the US.

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US Travel: Will Trump’s New Registration Requirement Impact You?

If you’re a Canadian looking to snowbird or head south for a few months, you may have seen the news that beginning April 11, 2025, foreign nationals preparing to travel to the US for an extended period should be prepared to comply with new registration requirements ordered by the Trump Administration.

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Trump’s Gold Card Announcement and the Future of EB-5

In a February 25th press conference, the Trump Administration announced plans to introduce a ‘Gold Card’ Program that would provide high-net-worth individuals permanent residency and a pathway to citizenship for $5 million. The announcement created ripples of confusion.

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Confession: Why I am Still an E-2 Addict

The E-2 visa program (officially the “E-2 Treaty Investor Nonimmigrant Visa” category) is a win-win for the US and for the E-2 investor that wants to live in the US full-time or part-time.

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Top Four Questions People Ask When Looking to Renounce Their US Citizenship

Renouncing your US citizenship or terminating your Green Card is a significant decision for you and your family. In the course of our work, we have found that many clients have similar concerns about what will happen when they terminate their US status. In this blog, we address the four most frequently asked questions we hear from those considering renunciation.

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Alexander Marino appeared on CONNECT With Sarah Crosbie on Corus Radio on August 25, 2026, to discuss to discuss US Citizenship Renunciation in wake of the Canada-US trade war.

***CLICK FOR ALL NEWS***

Alexander Marino is quoted in The Guardian article:“‘I don’t want to be part of a dictatorship’: the Americans queueing up to renounce their citizenship”, April 28, 2026.

 

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Alexander Marino was a guest on the “This is Ottawa” CBC podcast episode titled ‘I feel alienated from my U.S. identity’ on March 23, 2026.

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Alexander Marino was interviewed for the CBC news story “Dual citizens weigh Trump, taxes in decision to renounce US citizenship” on March 23, 2026.

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Kim GC Moody was a guest on The Current with Matt Galloway on CBC Radio, on September 22, 2025 discussing “Why can’t you get a CRA agent on the line?”