Feds investigating how DC National Guard shooter was radicalized in US: ‘Why he snapped?’
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- On November 26, 2025, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, allegedly carried out a shooting near the White House in Washington, D.C., critically injuring two members of the West Virginia National Guard. The incident has raised questions about how Lakanwal, who passed security reviews during his entry into the U.S. and asylum processes, became radicalized.
- This development is significant as it has prompted the Trump administration to pause all asylum decisions and review the status of refugees, highlighting concerns over national security and the vetting process for individuals entering the U.S.
- The shooting incident reflects broader issues regarding the integration of Afghan nationals into American society following the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan. It has sparked debates about the effectiveness of current immigration policies and the potential risks associated with resettling individuals from conflict zones.
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