A recent report from the House Judiciary Committee titled “TERROR AT OUR DOOR: HOW THE BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION’S OPEN-BORDERS POLICIES UNDERMINE NATIONAL SECURITY AND ENDANGER AMERICANS,” has brought to light serious national security concerns related to the southern border. According to the report, from fiscal years 2021-2023, 250 illegal aliens on the terror watch list were encountered at the border, with 99 of them being released into the United States.
One notable case involved eight Tajik nationals with potential ISIS ties. Three of these individuals were released after using the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) One app to schedule appointments at ports of entry, revealing significant flaws in the vetting process. The report also highlights how systemic issues within the immigration court system allowed an immigration judge to grant bond to a potential terrorist due to a lack of access to classified information.
Jake Schneider, Rapid Response Director for the RNC, condemned the release of these suspected terrorists, labeling it “criminal negligence.” The Trump-Vance campaign has also been vocal in criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris, who was appointed border czar in March 2021. They argue that her leadership has led to dangerous lapses in national security and have called for more stringent measures to protect American lives.
The report’s findings have intensified scrutiny on the Biden-Harris administration’s handling of the border crisis, with calls for immediate action to address the identified vulnerabilities.
