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Turner: Biden’s Withdrawal Risks Lives, Urges Strong U.S. Stance

12/1/2025

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Rep. Michael Turner (R-Ohio) said in a Face the Nation interview that the Biden administration's withdrawal from Afghanistan created risks for those who aided the United States.
Turner asserted the Afghan vetting process is flawed.
Turner said individuals on terrorist watch lists entered the United States.
Turner called for a strong U.S. stance against Russia.
Turner emphasized Ukraine's sovereignty amid ongoing negotiations.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan culminated on August 30, 2021, following the Taliban's rapid takeover of Kabul on August 15. This marked the end of a 20-year military engagement, leading to the evacuation of over 123,000 individuals, including Afghan allies. The fallout raised national security concerns, as over 70 individuals on terrorist watch lists were apprehended at U.S. borders that year.

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Story summary

Rep. Michael Turner (R-Ohio) said in a Face the Nation interview that the Biden administration's withdrawal from Afghanistan created risks for those who aided the United States.
Turner asserted the Afghan vetting process is flawed.
Turner said individuals on terrorist watch lists entered the United States.
Turner called for a strong U.S. stance against Russia.
Turner emphasized Ukraine's sovereignty amid ongoing negotiations.

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