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Joni Mitchell Becomes U.S. Citizen
Joni Mitchell completes 62-year journey to U.S. citizenship after decades of living in America.
In brief
Joni Mitchell completes 62-year journey to U.S. citizenship after decades of living in America. Joni Mitchell became a U.S. citizen in 2026 after 62 years since her Canadian birth, following a career that included criticizing Trump. Originally reported by Consequence.
Joni Mitchell
Joni Mitchell, born in Fort Macleod, Alberta, Canada in 1943, became a U.S. citizen in 2026.
Citizenship Journey
Her citizenship ceremony in 2026 marked the culmination of a 62-year journey to U.S. citizenship.
Political Stance
Mitchell criticized Donald Trump during a 2024 concert, saying she wished she could vote as a Canadian immigrant.
“I wish I could vote. I'm Canadian. I'm one of those lousy immigrants.”
The big picture
Joni Mitchell became a U.S. citizen in 2026 after 62 years since her Canadian birth, following a career that included criticizing Trump.
