Why Are So Many U.S. Citizens Renouncing Their Citizenship?

Why Are So Many U.S. Citizens Renouncing Their Citizenship?

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History, Business, Social Studies

6th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses a news story about 3000 Americans renouncing their citizenship, initially perceived as alarming. It delves into the background of the Great Recession and tax evasion, leading to the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA). While FATCA aimed to increase tax transparency, it inadvertently caused foreign banks to close accounts of Americans abroad, forcing some to renounce their citizenship. The video concludes with a call to action to address these issues.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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