BY Benjamin ClarkMay 1, 2025
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Nearly 600 with terrorism links gained U.S. asylum, claims report

President Trump's cabinet meeting revealed disturbing intelligence about hundreds of individuals with terrorism connections who entered the United States during the previous administration.

According to The Daily Wire, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard disclosed that approximately 600 individuals with connections to terrorist organizations illegally crossed the border, claimed asylum, and were granted parole under the Biden administration.

National Counterterrorism Center's investigation uncovered an additional 700 alien terrorists affiliated with notorious criminal organizations, including MS-13, Tren de Aragua, and the Sinaloa cartel. These findings emerged following President Trump's directive to designate these groups as foreign terrorist organizations, prompting intensified scrutiny of both legal and illegal border crossings.

Recent counterterrorism operations target criminal networks

Federal authorities have launched a coordinated effort to track down and apprehend members of these designated terrorist organizations. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence has established partnerships with the Department of Homeland Security and the FBI to locate and detain these individuals who gained entry during the previous administration's tenure.

Law enforcement agencies have already achieved significant breakthroughs in their operations. Homeland Security Investigations successfully captured a high-ranking member of Tren de Aragua in Los Angeles despite his attempts to conceal his identity. The Venezuelan national's arrest came after he inadvertently revealed his location by posting images of weapons on social media platforms.

In a separate operation, multiple federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security and the IRS, conducted a successful raid on an underground nightclub in Colorado. The operation resulted in over 100 arrests of individuals connected to Tren de Aragua's activities.

Director Gabbard details enhanced security measures

During the cabinet meeting, Director Gabbard shared her assessment of the situation with President Trump, explaining:

Because of your designation of cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, I took immediate action with our National Counterterrorism Center to prioritize their focus on those terrorists and gang members who are trying to enter our country through legal or illegal means and to seek out those who are already here in our country because of the Biden administration's four years of open borders.

The intelligence community's heightened focus on border security represents a significant shift from previous policies. Current initiatives emphasize proactive identification and interception of potential security threats before they can establish operations within U.S. territory.

Multi-agency response to transnational criminal organizations

Federal agencies have implemented a comprehensive strategy to combat these criminal networks. The approach combines traditional law enforcement tactics with advanced intelligence-gathering methods. Authorities are particularly focused on monitoring social media platforms and digital communications used by these organizations.

Recent successes in apprehending key figures demonstrate the effectiveness of this coordinated approach. The arrest of the Tren de Aragua leader in Los Angeles exemplifies how digital surveillance and traditional police work can complement each other in modern law enforcement operations.

Assessment of Biden-era security vulnerabilities

Current intelligence assessments indicate that the previous administration's border policies may have inadvertently created security gaps. The discovery of hundreds of individuals with terrorist connections who successfully gained asylum highlights potential weaknesses in the vetting process.

The National Counterterrorism Center's findings suggest that criminal organizations actively exploited these vulnerabilities. Their analysis reveals sophisticated strategies employed by these groups to circumvent immigration controls and establish an operational presence within the United States.

These revelations have prompted a thorough review of asylum procedures and border security protocols. The current administration emphasizes strengthening verification processes and enhancing coordination between intelligence and law enforcement agencies.

Ongoing investigation and security implications

The investigation into terror-linked migrants continues under Director Gabbard's leadership. Federal agencies are systematically reviewing cases of individuals granted asylum during the previous administration, particularly focusing on those with potential connections to designated terrorist organizations.

Intelligence officials emphasize that cross-agency cooperation remains crucial for addressing these security challenges. The successful operations in Los Angeles and Colorado demonstrate the importance of coordinated efforts in confronting transnational criminal threats.

Law enforcement agencies maintain vigilance in monitoring potential terrorist activities while working to locate and apprehend individuals identified through recent intelligence gathering efforts.

Federal response to identified security threats

The National Counterterrorism Center identified approximately 600 individuals with terrorist connections who entered the United States and received asylum under the Biden administration's policies. This discovery prompted immediate action from multiple federal agencies, including the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security.

Recent operations have demonstrated the current administration's commitment to addressing these security concerns, including the successful capture of a Tren de Aragua leader in Los Angeles and the arrest of over 100 individuals connected to the organization in Colorado. These actions represent the initial phase of a broader strategy to counter the presence of terrorist-affiliated individuals within U.S. borders.

Written by: Benjamin Clark
Benjamin Clark delivers clear, concise reporting on today’s biggest political stories.

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