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Can we limit our applicant pool to U.S. citizens only?

06/09/2014

Q: “Is it legal for an employer to only hire United States citizens, and when advertising say that you must be one to apply for the position? Would this fall under ‘discrimination’ and are there any laws that prevent it?” – Susan, Kansas

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