In a world where security and safety are paramount, the United States finds itself grappling with a growing concern.
The Biden administration's decision to welcome thousands of individuals from Afghanistan, a nation often considered one of the most underdeveloped globally, has sparked controversy. These individuals, largely unvetted and unscreened, have been released into the United States, a move that is now bearing unforeseen consequences.
According to RedState, the latest incident in a series of alarming events unfolded on Thursday when Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) apprehended another Afghan individual with alleged ties to the terrorist group, ISIS-K. This incident is part of a broader pattern of terror-related cases linked to Afghan arrivals under the Biden administration.
The individual in question, Afghan national Jaan Shah Safi, was arrested in Waynesboro, Virginia. Safi, an alleged supporter of ISIS-K, was brought into the country under former President Joe Biden's Operation Allies Welcome. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed that Safi arrived in the U.S. on Sept. 8, 2021, in Philadelphia. He applied for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), but his application was terminated when DHS Secretary Kristi Noem ended TPS for Afghans.
Safi's arrest underscores the potential risks associated with the Biden administration's decision to admit individuals from Afghanistan without thorough vetting. The Islamic State Khorasan Province, or ISIS-K, operates in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and other countries in the region. The group is known for its brutal tactics, and the fact that a supporter of such a group was allowed into the United States raises significant security concerns.
Historically, Afghanistan has been referred to as the 'graveyard of empires,' a testament to the failed invasions by the British, the Soviets, and even the Mongols. The United States, too, has experienced the challenges of dealing with Afghanistan. Despite this, the Biden administration appears to have imported this 'graveyard of empires' into the United States.
The DHS has accused the Biden administration of relying on unvetted referrals to admit nearly 190,000 Afghan nationals into the U.S. The Trump administration, recognizing the potential national security threat, halted Afghan refugee resettlement after Trump returned to the Oval Office in January. Safis arrest marks the third of an Afghan national who was released into the country under Biden in less than a week, as reported by the DHS.
The issue extends beyond Afghan "refugees." For years, the United States has welcomed individuals from various third-world countries, from Somalia to Haiti. Democratic non-enforcement of borders has allowed millions more to enter. The whereabouts and activities of many of these individuals remain unknown, further exacerbating security concerns.
Adding to the concern is the presence of an estimated 200,000 Chinese nationals, illegally residing in the United States. Their activities and locations are also largely unknown, raising further questions about national security.
The DHS's official press release on this matter can be accessed for further details. The unfolding situation underscores the importance of stringent vetting processes and the need for a robust immigration policy that prioritizes national security.
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