Kristi Noem claims suspect in national guard shooting was ‘radicalized’ in US
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- On November 26, 2025, a shooting incident in Washington, D.C., resulted in the death of National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom and critical injuries to another Guardsman, Andrew Wolfe. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, was granted asylum under the Trump administration and has been described by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem as having been 'radicalized' in the U.S.
- This incident has sparked significant controversy, with Noem attributing blame to the Biden administration for the suspect's radicalization and the handling of Afghan resettlement policies. The shooting raises serious concerns about domestic extremism and the implications of immigration policies.
- The shooting incident highlights ongoing debates surrounding national security, immigration, and the responsibilities of government officials in managing asylum cases. It also reflects the broader tensions in U.S. immigration policy, particularly regarding the treatment of Afghan nationals and the political ramifications of such incidents in the context of recent judicial rulings on deportation flights.
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