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Eight Tajikistani Nationals with Suspected ISIS Ties Arrested on Immigration Violations After Crossing Southern Border

Jun 12, 2024, 01:21 PM

Federal immigration agents, in coordination with the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force, have arrested eight Tajikistani nationals with suspected ties to ISIS in a coordinated sting operation spanning Los Angeles, New York, and Philadelphia. The individuals, who crossed the southern border illegally earlier this year, were initially vetted and allowed to remain in the country. The arrests, which were made on immigration violations, highlight ongoing concerns about national security and border policies under President Biden's administration. ICE officials have confirmed that the suspects were detained over the weekend, and investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of their alleged terrorist activities.