Dozens become US citizens in Indianapolis as ‘birthday gift’ for America’s 250th

By: Jack Forrest

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: July 2, 2026

Words: 569

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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Thirty-five years led to one moment for Jose Benavides.

On Thursday morning, under a large tent outside Indianapolis’ Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, Benavides became a citizen of the United States. He sported a red-and-white tie under a blue suit. He said it wasn’t intentional; a lot of what he owns is patriotic.

A truck and bus driver originally from El Salvador, Benavides previously stayed under different temporary programs since arriving in the United States …

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