During a Sunday interview, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem struggled to address the fact that the suspected National Guard shooter’s asylum request was approved during the Trump administration. Noem instead shifted blame to the Biden administration, stating that vetting procedures were lacking under Biden, despite the asylum being granted in April after Trump had assumed office. The shooter, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, arrived in the U.S. in 2021 and is accused of firing on National Guard members, resulting in one fatality. Critics on social media have also pointed to the appointment of Thomas Fugate, a former landscaper, to head up U.S. terror prevention as a potential security concern.
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U.S. authorities believe the Afghan immigrant accused of ambushing National Guard members in Washington, D.C., was not radicalized until after he came to the United States, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said on Sunday. The core of this statement immediately raises questions. If he wasn’t radicalized beforehand, what prompted such a violent act? It feels like we’re being presented with a simplified narrative, especially when you consider the complexity of the situation. This administration’s tendency to simplify and control the narrative is concerning. It’s difficult to trust information coming from them.
The fact that this individual was vetted and approved for asylum by the Trump administration in April adds another layer of complexity.… Continue reading
Following the death of one National Guard member, charges against Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the man accused of shooting two soldiers, have been upgraded to first-degree murder. The incident, which occurred near the White House, resulted in Specialist Sarah Beckstrom’s death, while Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe remains in critical condition. Authorities are actively investigating the motive behind the shooting, with Lakanwal, an Afghan national, also facing assault with intent to kill charges. In response, the U.S. government has announced a pause on all asylum decisions.
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Officials criticize Biden’s vetting processes, but a stark reality underscores this critique: the Afghan shooting suspect, the very individual who ignited this political firestorm, was granted asylum during the Trump administration. This seemingly simple fact throws a wrench into the narrative.
The focus on the current administration’s perceived failings often overshadows the context of the events. It’s a recurring pattern: when things go wrong, the blame game begins, and the spotlight shifts to the opposing side. In this instance, the scrutiny of Biden’s vetting protocols, while valid on its own, seems to conveniently overlook the fact that the asylum was granted under Trump.… Continue reading
Following the shooting of two National Guard soldiers near the White House by an Afghan national, the US has halted all immigration requests from Afghanistan. The suspect, who entered the US in September 2021 under a program for Afghan refugees, had previously been granted asylum. In response, President Trump has stated the need to reassess all Afghan immigrants, and the Pentagon is deploying additional National Guard members to the capital. This action follows the implementation of a travel ban and the termination of a program offering deportation protections for Afghans.
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Argentina has, seemingly, become a beacon of hope, a place of refuge for a specific group: LGBTQ+ Russians fleeing the escalating anti-gay crackdown orchestrated by Vladimir Putin’s regime. It’s a complex situation, one that goes beyond just the LGBTQ+ community, as the influx of refugees from both Ukraine and Russia since the war’s commencement has been quite noticeable.
It’s clear that Argentina, for a while now, has been a place where people seek sanctuary from persecution. There’s a history of offering safe haven, dating back at least two decades. The stories of individuals finding freedom and safety in Argentina are moving and a reminder that everyone, everywhere, deserves to live without fear of discrimination.… Continue reading
According to a Friday court filing, the U.S. government intends to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia, potentially as soon as October 31. This follows a previous mistaken deportation to El Salvador, in violation of a settlement agreement. Abrego Garcia’s legal team argues this new deportation attempt is punitive and designed to inflict hardship, particularly since he has no connection to Liberia and has applied for asylum in the United States. Furthermore, the Salvadoran national is also facing criminal charges in Tennessee, adding another layer of complexity to his immigration case.
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In a significant policy shift, the Swiss government plans to restrict travel for asylum seekers, provisionally admitted individuals, and those in need of protection, preventing them from traveling to their home countries or elsewhere. This change, stemming from amendments to the Law on Foreigners and their Integration passed in 2021, will allow travel only in exceptional circumstances, such as for a close relative’s death or serious illness. However, this restriction will not apply to Ukrainians with S-protection status, who will retain their freedom of travel. The State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) will authorize these movements with special regulations for those with S-protection status, as the government implements the new travel restrictions.
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A 13-year-old Brazilian boy is currently in federal immigration custody in Virginia after being detained by Everett, Massachusetts, police for possessing a weapon near his school. Police were acting on a tip and charged the boy with possessing a dangerous weapon. The police’s fingerprint database automatically alerted Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), who then took custody of the boy. The boy’s attorney is contesting the detention, citing the boy’s parents’ work permits and ongoing asylum case, as well as the emotional toll of separation on the child.
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Amid political turmoil and increasing human rights concerns in the United States, a growing number of American citizens are seeking asylum in Australia. Department of Home Affairs figures reveal at least 29 US citizens applied for humanitarian protection visas between January and July 2025, coinciding with Donald Trump’s second presidential term. While specific reasons for the applications are not disclosed, the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre notes a rise in inquiries, particularly from the LGBTIQ+ community. Although no visas were granted during this period, the applications, which require a “well-founded fear of persecution”, can take considerable time to be finalized, with the outcome dependent on the current political climate.
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