Emerging Domestic Threats: 18,000 Known or Suspected Terrorists Entering the U.S.

Fox News reported alarming figures regarding U.S. border security under the Biden administration:

1. Scope of the Threat

18,000 known or suspected terrorists reportedly entered the United States during the Biden administration.

These individuals allegedly had ties to ISIS, al-Qaeda, and other jihadist organizations.

The number was contextualized as roughly half the capacity of major stadiums, e.g., Fenway Park or West Point’s Mikey Stadium.

2. Intelligence and Warnings

FBI Director Christopher Wray had issued warnings about the border-related threats in March of the prior year.

Some recent arrests included Tajik nationals with ISIS ties who reportedly crossed the southern border and were “fully vetted”, yet no red flags were detected.

3. Role of the Director of National Intelligence (Tulsi Gabbard)

Tulsi Gabbard explained the DNI’s responsibilities: objective, relevant, and timely intelligence for key policymakers, including the President.

She emphasized that Biden’s open border policies undermined vetting procedures, risking the safety and security of Americans.

Gabbard warned that the 18,000 figure may underrepresent the actual threat, with many more potentially undiscovered.

4. Afghan Migrant Program Concerns

2,000 of the 18,000 were Afghan migrants admitted after the Biden administration’s withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Whistleblowers reported that vetting protocols were rushed or ignored to expedite entry.

5. Human Consequences

Incidents such as the Thanksgiving shooting of two National Guard soldiers illustrate the direct human cost of lax vetting.

Gabbard stressed intelligence work continues to prevent domestic terrorist attacks, highlighting a thwarted planned attack in Michigan around Halloween.

6. Ongoing Efforts

DNI’s office is actively vetting incoming individuals, coordinating with the FBI, Department of Homeland Security, and other partners to mitigate threats.

Gabbard emphasized the need for constant vigilance, monitoring both domestic and international terrorist activity.

7. Closing Note

Tulsi Gabbard also mentioned personal ties to military service and expressed support for Army-Navy sports traditions, signaling the balance of duty and public life.