French Government Defends George and Amal Clooney Citizenship, Cites Their ‘Distinguished Actions’

The French government is not backing down from their decision to grant George and Amal Clooney citizenship despite criticism from French leadership and President Donald Trump.

The Clooneys were granted French citizenship Dec. 26, according to French public records. The Foreign Ministry said the couple and their twins were eligible for citizenship under a French law that allows for the naturalization of foreign nationals who contribute to France’s international influence and economic well-being.