Federal Authorities Move to Revoke Indian Man’s U.S. Citizenship Over Fraud Allegations 

U.S. federal authorities are seeking to revoke the citizenship of an Indian-born man accused of involvement in a $2.5 million fraud scheme, according to court filings. Prosecutors allege he obtained naturalized citizenship through misrepresentation and later became linked to financial crimes involving fraudulent transactions and deception. The case could result in denaturalization if the government proves its claims in court. Officials say the action reflects broader efforts to hold naturalized citizens accountable for fraud and immigration-related violations. 

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The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to revoke the citizenship of an Indian-born naturalized American accused of orchestrating a $2.5 million fraud scheme tied to the construction of an aircraft maintenance facility, federal officials announced.

Debashis Ghosh, 62, is among 12 naturalized citizens facing denaturalization proceedings filed in federal district courts, according to the Justice Department.

Prosecutors allege that before becoming a U.S. citizen, Ghosh conspired to defraud investors who had provided $2.5 million for the development of an aircraft maintenance facility. Authorities say he continued the scheme after obtaining citizenship, misleading investors about the location and security of the funds.

According to the Justice Department, Ghosh falsely stated during his 2012 naturalization application and interview that he had never committed a crime or offense for which he had not been arrested.

The government’s complaint alleges that Ghosh is subject to denaturalization because he committed crimes involving moral turpitude during the period in which applicants are required to demonstrate “good moral character,” engaged in unlawful conduct that reflected negatively on his character, and knowingly provided false testimony during the naturalization process.

Federal officials also allege Ghosh willfully concealed material facts related to his alleged criminal conduct while seeking U.S. citizenship.

Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, naturalized citizenship can be revoked if it was obtained illegally or through concealment of material facts or willful misrepresentation.

“Individuals implicated in committing fraud, heinous crimes such as sexual abuse, or expressing support for terrorism should never have been naturalized as United States citizens,” Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said in a statement.

Blanche said the administration is taking action to address serious violations of the immigration system and warned that those who intentionally concealed criminal histories or misrepresented themselves during the naturalization process would face full legal consequences.

The case against Ghosh is part of a broader federal effort to review and revoke citizenship granted under allegedly fraudulent circumstances. If the court rules in favor of the government, Ghosh could lose his U.S. citizenship and face possible immigration consequences.

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Source: NDTV

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