NEW ULM — Naturalization oath ceremonies in Minnesota have decreased significantly, leaving some approved applicants waiting months to complete the final step of becoming U.S. citizens, according to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The frequency of ceremonies has dropped from approximately four per month to about one, based on information from USCIS and individuals familiar with the process. The League of Women Voters reported registering more than 1,000 new voters per month at ceremonies in early 2025. By March 2026, that number had fallen to 52, according to the ...