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Afghan National Shoots Guards, Sparks Immigration Policy Debate

11/28/2025

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An Afghan national who overstayed his visa is accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., Thanksgiving Eve.
Reports indicate he entered United States during the Biden administration's Operation Allies Welcome after Afghanistan's withdrawal.
Suspect's visa expired in September 2025, making him an illegal resident.
This incident sparked criticism of Democrats and immigration policy, with right-leaning commentators arguing such policies benefit from chaos and promote unvetted immigration.

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An Afghan national who overstayed his visa is accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., Thanksgiving Eve.
Reports indicate he entered United States during the Biden administration's Operation Allies Welcome after Afghanistan's withdrawal.
Suspect's visa expired in September 2025, making him an illegal resident.
This incident sparked criticism of Democrats and immigration policy, with right-leaning commentators arguing such policies benefit from chaos and promote unvetted immigration.