On Wednesday, July 4th, in a moving naturalization ceremony in the East Room of the White House, 25 active members of the military declared their allegiance to the United States and became U.S. citizens. President Barack Obama used the event to highlight his recent immigration announcement and to renew the call for comprehensive immigration reform. President Obama also highlighted that the U.S. still needs the Dream Act to retain talented young people who want to contribute to our society and to serve our country.