Washington, DC, shooting: Does US view 77,000 Afghans as potential threats?
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- Two members of the National Guard were critically injured in a targeted shooting incident near the White House in Washington, DC. The suspect, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national who entered the U.S. in September 2021, has been taken into custody following the attack.
- This incident raises significant concerns regarding the safety of military personnel in the capital, particularly in light of the ongoing tensions surrounding military presence and the perception of Afghan nationals in the U.S. following the withdrawal from Afghanistan.
- The shooting has sparked discussions about the implications for Afghan immigrants in the U.S., as fears grow that such violent acts could lead to increased scrutiny and restrictions on Afghan immigration, particularly for those who were previously welcomed under humanitarian programs.
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