2007-08-30 16:41:26 · 21 answers · asked by Luis G 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
No way. In the first place, the US Army recruits only US citizens and permanent legal residents (green card holders).
2007-08-30 16:46:19 · answer #1 · answered by Belen 5 · 5⤊ 2⤋
At one time foreign nationals could join the US Army. I knew several who became citizens after service in Vietnam. Unfortunately, 10 USC 2353 now provides that only US citizens, US nationals and lawfully admitted permanent residents may serve.
2007-08-30 17:02:07 · answer #2 · answered by BruceN 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Lets get something straight first of all you have to be a legal citizen in order to join the army how would you show proof that you are if youu are not stupid.
best of luck
2007-08-30 16:49:17 · answer #3 · answered by mmurray001 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Not necessarilly... the American military actually has some soldiers that are citizens of other nations (mainly from South America) but they are not automatically given citizenship.
A non-citizen in the military can immediately petition for citizenship... It is easier for a soldier to gain US citizenship than a regular alien but it is not a guarantee.
(Its amazing that so many people in here talk with so much authority of something that they obviously don't know the answer to this question)
2007-08-30 16:47:35 · answer #4 · answered by cattledog 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You cannot join the army unless you are a citizen, you cannot vote for a president unless you are too, as for fighting for the country an illegal could be a terrorist, as desperate as they are for more men in iraq, they arent stupid, they can still pose the draft.
2007-08-30 16:53:32 · answer #5 · answered by JD 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
When they catch
an illegal immigrant crossing the border, hand him a canteen, rifle and
some ammo and ship him to Iraq. Tell him if he wants to come to America
then he must serve a tour in the military. Give him a soldier's pay while
he's there and tax him on it. After his tour, he will be allowed to become
a citizen since he defended this country. He will also be registered to be
taxed and be a legal patriot. This option will probably deter illegal
immigration and provide a solution for the troops in Iraq and the aliens
trying to make a better life for themselves. If they refuse to serve, ship
them to Iraq anyway, without the canteen, rifle or ammo. Problem solved. If
you think this is a good solution to both the problems, forward it to your friends.
I just did.
George Carlin
2007-08-30 16:50:38 · answer #6 · answered by Marge Simpson 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Illegals can't join the army. They are a security risk. Lately, there has been quite a stink raised because illegals have been caught working on military bases. http://www.renewamerica.us/columns/kouri/051024
2007-08-30 16:56:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
That would be the ONLY way I would support this so called "Path to Citizenship" Disguised as Amnesty Bill. Serve a minimum 5 years in the military. But be tried for treason if you're discharged dishonorably.
2007-08-30 16:47:19 · answer #8 · answered by Carl M 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You cannot join the Army (or the US Military) if you're an illegal alien.
2007-08-30 16:46:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
Yes
2007-08-30 18:38:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋