Overview

• The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reviewing a proposal for a reality TV show titled 'The American,' where immigrants compete for expedited citizenship and prizes.
• Contestants would travel across the U.S. by train, participating in region-specific cultural competitions, such as gold panning in California and log rolling in Wisconsin.
• The winner would be sworn in as a U.S. citizen at the Capitol and receive additional prizes, including airline miles and gift vouchers.
• DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin confirmed the proposal is in an early evaluation phase, with no decisions made on approval or production partnerships.
• Reports conflict on Secretary Kristi Noem's involvement, with DHS officially denying her endorsement or prior knowledge of the project.