Alleged DC shooter entered US under Afghan resettlement push Mayorkas vowed would be done ‘swiftly and safely'

Fox NewsThursday, November 27, 2025 at 3:44:48 AM
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Alleged DC shooter entered US under Afghan resettlement push Mayorkas vowed would be done ‘swiftly and safely'
  • The alleged shooter in a recent incident involving D.C. Guardsmen, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is reported to have entered the U.S. through a rapid resettlement program for Afghan nationals initiated during the Biden administration. This program was intended to facilitate the swift and safe relocation of Afghans following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.
  • This development raises significant concerns regarding the vetting processes employed by the Department of Homeland Security, which has asserted that Afghan evacuees were thoroughly screened before admission into the U.S. The incident has prompted scrutiny of the Biden administration's immigration policies and their effectiveness in ensuring national security.
  • The shooting incident has reignited debates surrounding immigration and refugee policies, particularly in the context of national security. Critics, including former President Trump, have called for a re-evaluation of Afghan refugees admitted under Biden, highlighting a growing tension between immigration advocacy groups and those advocating for stricter vetting measures. This incident may influence future immigration reforms and public sentiment regarding refugee admissions.
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