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2,000 Afghan Refugees Linked to Terrorism, Gabbard Warns

12/13/2025

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Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence, says at least 2,000 Afghan refugees in the United States have ties to terrorism after the 2021 withdrawal.
During a House Homeland Security Committee hearing, National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent said about 18,000 suspected terrorists were admitted under the Biden administration.
Gabbard urged thorough vetting and warned of ongoing ISIS and al-Qaida threats.
She called Rep. Bennie Thompson's National Guard attack remarks infuriating.

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Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence, says at least 2,000 Afghan refugees in the United States have ties to terrorism after the 2021 withdrawal.
During a House Homeland Security Committee hearing, National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent said about 18,000 suspected terrorists were admitted under the Biden administration.
Gabbard urged thorough vetting and warned of ongoing ISIS and al-Qaida threats.
She called Rep. Bennie Thompson's National Guard attack remarks infuriating.