In a shocking development, The individual accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington DC has been revealed to have connections to the CIA, as confirmed by the agency itself. The alleged shooter, 29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal, arrived in the United States in September 2021 as part of the Operation Allies Welcome initiative, which provided entry visas to Afghans who had previously assisted the US government.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe disclosed to various media outlets that Lakanwal had affiliations with CIA-supported military units during his time in Afghanistan, particularly in the southern province of Kandahar—an area known for its Taliban presence. This connection was pivotal in the Biden administration’s decision to facilitate his entry into the US, highlighting the complexities surrounding immigration policies for individuals linked to US military operations.
Ratcliffe emphasized that Lakanwal’s role involved serving as a member of a partner force in Kandahar, a collaboration that ended amid the turbulent evacuation from Afghanistan. In response to the incident, US Citizenship and Immigration Services announced an immediate halt to processing residency applications for Afghan nationals, citing a need for a thorough review of security and vetting procedures.
Following the shooting, former President Donald Trump responded by ordering an additional 500 National Guard troops to be deployed in Washington DC. He characterized the incident as an “act of terror” and raised alarms about immigration being a significant national security concern.
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