Citizenship on the 250th Anniversary | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

Sixty-three immigrants became U.S. citizens in Richmond on the nation’s 250th anniversary, a deeply symbolic day marked by the solemn Oath of Allegiance under Judge Roger L. Gregory. For newcomers like Leonardo Santos and Song Lee—both who spent eight years building lives here—citizenship wasn’t just a legal step but an emotional milestone. Santos, from Brazil, saw the Fourth of July as a powerful affirmation of belonging, driven by family and legacy. Lee, from China, chose citizenship after years of growth, love, and community, embracing America as her true home. The ceremony at the Virginia…