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Yes, it is possible to become a U.S. citizen by making an investment, but it's a multi-step process. The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program allows investors, along with their spouses and unmarried children under 21, to apply for lawful permanent residence (a Green Card) if they meet certain investment criteria. Here are the key points:

- Investment: You must make the necessary investment in a commercial enterprise in the United States.
- Job Creation: You must plan to create or preserve 10 permanent full-time jobs for qualified U.S. workers.

Once you have a Green Card, you can eventually apply for U.S. citizenship through naturalization, provided you meet all the other eligibility requirements. It's important to note that the investment must be substantial and at risk, meaning there's no guaranteed return on the investment. The standard minimum investment amount is $1.8 million, but it can be reduced to $900,000 if the investment is made in a targeted employment area.

Remember, this process does not grant citizenship directly; it first provides a path to permanent residency, which can then lead to citizenship after certain conditions are met, including residing in the U.S. for at least five years.