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Wave of Extremist Violence Sparks U.S. Immigration Debate

3/15/2026

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In March 2026, a series of violent incidents linked to Islamist extremism raised concerns about the U.S. immigration system.
Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, a former Army National Guardsman, killed one person and injured two at Old Dominion University in Virginia.
Ayman Ghazaleh attacked a synagogue in Michigan, injuring a guard.
Ndiaga Diagne shot two in Texas.
Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi faced terrorism charges in New York.

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Story summary

In March 2026, a series of violent incidents linked to Islamist extremism raised concerns about the U.S. immigration system.
Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, a former Army National Guardsman, killed one person and injured two at Old Dominion University in Virginia.
Ayman Ghazaleh attacked a synagogue in Michigan, injuring a guard.
Ndiaga Diagne shot two in Texas.
Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi faced terrorism charges in New York.