In typical Biden-Harris administration fashion, the stooges hired by the lazy Democrats can’t explain their loose apparent DEI hiring failure that put Americans at risk once again and potentially could have undermined the security of one of the most important elections in the history of the nation. Two clips with descriptions appeared on X:
“Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is under fire after dodging questions about whether the U.S. government attempted to coordinate a terrorist attack on Election Day. This follows the FBI’s arrest of an Afghan national, a former CIA security guard, who entered the U.S. on a special immigrant visa shortly after the chaotic Afghan withdrawal in 2021. The suspect was accused of plotting an ISIS-inspired attack, with FBI reports revealing that agents had persuaded him to proceed with the plan, provided him with weapons, and arrested him during the handoff.”
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is under fire after dodging questions about whether the U.S. government attempted to coordinate a terrorist attack on Election Day.
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— Shadow of Ezra (@ShadowofEzra) October 10, 2024
“QUESTION: Does the admin believe there was adequate vetting considering the Afghan national they imported into the country, who was plotting a terrorist attack, was a security guard for the CIA? KARINE JEAN-PIERRE: “What I can say is I cannot comment.”
QUESTION: Does the admin believe there was adequate vetting considering the Afghan national they imported into the country, who was plotting a terrorist attack, was a security guard for the CIA?
KARINE JEAN-PIERRE: “What I can say is I cannot comment.”
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) October 10, 2024
In the wake of a chilling revelation that Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, an Afghan national who once worked as a security guard for the CIA, was arrested for plotting a terrorist attack on Election Day in the United States, the American public has been left grappling with not just the threat of terrorism but also the apparent failure in security vetting processes. This incident, highlighted across various platforms including X (formerly Twitter), underscores significant lapses in oversight, which were inadequately addressed by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas.
The Background
Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi entered the United States under either a special immigrant visa or humanitarian parole in September 2021, shortly after the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Employed previously by the CIA for security duties, Tawhedi’s case was supposed to be a model of rigorous vetting. However, his arrest for planning a terror attack has thrown into question the efficacy of these vetting procedures.
The Press Briefings
During press briefings, both Karine Jean-Pierre and Alejandro Mayorkas touched upon various security and immigration issues but conspicuously sidestepped detailed explanations regarding Tawhedi’s vetting or how someone with such a background could slip through security checks. Jean-Pierre’s comments often circled around general reassurances of security measures and the administration’s commitment to safety, without diving into specifics of what went wrong in Tawhedi’s case.
Alejandro Mayorkas, in his capacity, has been vocal about enhancing security measures, yet his comments regarding this specific incident were notably vague. The focus remained on broader policies like border security or disaster responses rather than addressing the glaring security breach represented by Tawhed’s case.
Public and Political Reaction
The reaction on platforms like X was swift and critical. Users expressed disbelief and anger over what appeared to be a significant oversight. Phrases like “What kind of background checks?” and “the usual incompetence” echoed across posts, reflecting a widespread sentiment of distrust in the government’s ability to manage national security threats.
Analysis of the Oversight
- : The information available suggests Tawhed passed two vetting processes. This raises questions about the depth and reliability of these checks. Are they thorough enough, or do they rely too heavily on past affiliations without considering radicalization risks?
- : There might be a failure in intelligence sharing between agencies. If Tawhed’s background was known, why wasn’t this information flagged or acted upon by the DHS or other relevant bodies?
- : While policies might be stringent on paper, their implementation seems lacking. This gap between policy and practice could be due to resource shortages, bureaucratic inefficiencies, or simply a lack of oversight.
- : Neither Jean-Pierre nor Mayorkas provided a clear path to accountability. Who is responsible for such oversight? How will similar incidents be prevented in the future?
Conclusion
The case of Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi is not just an isolated incident but a symptom of broader issues within the security vetting systems of the U.S. government. Karine Jean-Pierre and Alejandro Mayorkas’ explanations, or lack thereof, have failed to reassure the public or provide clarity on how such lapses occur. This incident demands a comprehensive review of security protocols, not just for future vetting but also to restore public trust in the government’s capability to safeguard its citizens against internal and external threats. As the nation moves forward, the demand for transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in national security practices has never been more pressing.
