National Guard shooting
Trump Administration Reduces Work Permit Validity for Refugees and Asylum Seekers to 18 Months Following Security Concerns
Dec 05, 2025 02:21 pm CST
The Trump administration has reduced work permit validity for refugees and asylum seekers from five years to 18 months, citing security concerns following a National Guard shooting incident. This policy change, announced by US Citizenship and Immigration Services, is part of a broader immigration crackdown that includes halting applications from 19 countries already under travel restrictions.
Taliban Denies Responsibility for National Guard Shooting by Former CIA-Backed Afghan Fighter
Dec 04, 2025 02:45 am CST
The Taliban government has officially denied any connection to the Washington shooting that killed one National Guard member, stating the Afghan suspect Rahmanullah Lakanwal was "trained by Americans themselves." Lakanwal, a former CIA-backed fighter who came to the US after the 2021 withdrawal, has pleaded not guilty to the November 26 incident.
Afghan National Accused of Fatal White House Area Shooting Pleads Not Guilty to Murder Charges
Dec 03, 2025 07:23 am CST
An Afghan man, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, has pleaded not guilty to charges related to a shooting near the White House that killed National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom and critically injured Andrew Wolfe. The suspect, who entered the US through an Afghan resettlement program, faces potential death penalty as authorities suggest possible radicalization after his arrival in America.
Trump Administration Implements Sweeping Immigration Restrictions Following National Guard Shooting
Dec 02, 2025 10:06 am CST
Following the shooting of two National Guard members by an Afghan national, the Trump administration has introduced multiple immigration policy changes including pausing asylum decisions, reviewing green cards from "countries of concern," and suspending Afghan visas. These measures, criticized as collective punishment by advocacy groups, aim to enhance security screening for foreigners entering or residing in the United States.
From Isolation to Violence: The Troubled Journey of Afghan Refugee Behind White House National Guard Attack
Dec 01, 2025 01:54 am CST
An in-depth look at Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the Afghan refugee charged with shooting two National Guard members near the White House, revealing his years-long struggle with mental health issues, isolation, and failed adaptation in the United States following his 2021 evacuation through Operation Allies Welcome. Previously undisclosed warnings from community advocates highlight missed opportunities for intervention before the Thanksgiving Eve attack that killed one service member and critically injured another.
Trump's Plan to "Permanently Pause" Migration from Poor Nations Following National Guard Shooting
Nov 29, 2025 01:55 am CST
President Trump has announced plans to "permanently pause migration" from poorer nations following a shooting incident where an Afghan national attacked two National Guard members in Washington D.C., killing one. The administration pledges to revoke legal status for millions of immigrants, blaming them for various societal problems from crime to housing shortages. The incident has intensified the immigration debate and raised concerns about potential backlash against refugee communities.
Trump Announces Permanent Pause on Migration from Third World Countries Following White House Area Shooting
Nov 28, 2025 02:08 pm CST
Following a shooting near the White House by an Afghan national, US President Donald Trump has announced plans to permanently pause migration from all Third World countries. The controversial policy would terminate Biden-era admissions, deport immigrants deemed risks or public charges, and end federal benefits to non-citizens. This dramatic shift comes after National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom was killed in the Washington incident, fueling Trump's claims about immigration threats to American society.
Trump Vows Crackdown on Afghan Migrants Following National Guard Shooting Incident
Nov 28, 2025 01:41 pm CST
President Trump has pledged to reform immigration policies following a shooting incident involving an Afghan national who entered the US during the 2021 evacuation. The attack, which claimed the life of National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom, has reignited debate over the vetting processes used during Operation Allies Welcome. Trump announced plans to pause migration from developing nations and revoke admissions authorized under the Biden administration.
Tragic Loss: Sarah Beckstrom, 20-Year-Old National Guard Member Killed in Washington DC Shooting Near White House
Nov 28, 2025 12:12 pm CST
Sarah Beckstrom, a 20-year-old National Guard member from West Virginia, has died following a shooting incident near the White House. Beckstrom, who joined the military in 2023 and volunteered for deployment to Washington DC during Thanksgiving, was one of two service members targeted in the attack. The incident has prompted a federal investigation, with one suspect in custody as questions about security in the nation's capital continue to mount.
Trump's National Guard Deployment in Washington DC: Legal Challenges and Security Implications
Nov 27, 2025 12:35 pm CST
President Trump's controversial deployment of over 2,000 National Guard troops in Washington DC faces legal challenges after being ruled unlawful. Initially justified as addressing crime despite contrary statistics, the deployment follows similar actions in Democratic-led cities. Troops perform various tasks from security patrols to maintenance work, with their presence escalating after a recent shooting injured two Guard members.