An Afghan refugee charged with plotting an Election Day terror attack was flagged by U.S. authorities months before his arrest, contradicting the official narrative.

According to Just the News, immigration records reveal that Nasir Ahmed Tawhedi, the 27-year-old Afghan national accused of planning a terrorist massacre, was identified by U.S. Customs and Border Protection during a reevaluation of his 2021 entry into the country.

This information conflicts with the Justice Department's portrayal of Tawhedi in the criminal complaint filed in U.S. District Court in Oklahoma City.

The immigration records state that Tawhedi entered the United States on September 9, 2021, under humanitarian parole, not with a special immigration visa as claimed by federal prosecutors. This discrepancy raises questions about the vetting process for Afghan refugees and the accuracy of information presented to the court.

Conflicting Accounts of Tawhedi's Entry Status

The CBP records indicate that Tawhedi was admitted under the "Port Parole Operations Allies Refuge" program and was initially cleared of any derogatory information.

However, during a routine reevaluation this summer, he was placed on a watch list and referred to Homeland Security Investigations for further probing.

The records state, "On 08/26/2024, TAWHEDI populated the Operation Allies Welcome (OAW) arrival hotlist." Additionally, they note that Tawhedi became "the subject of a silent hit entered by the Oklahoma Federal Bureau of Investigation to be notified if the subject is encountered."

This new information suggests that either the CBP review uncovered a potential terror connection or that an FBI investigation of Tawhedi had already begun, alerting border officials to concerns.

Congressional Concerns and Broader Implications

The revelations have prompted congressional inquiries into the vetting process for Afghan evacuees. Senator Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, has written to FBI Director Christopher Wray, citing earlier reporting by Just the News on Tawhedi's parole status.

In his letter, Grassley expressed:

As you are aware, for years I've raised serious concerns about the Biden-Harris administration's sweeping failures to properly vet Afghan evacuees and have taken issue with FBI's improper classification of data regarding assessments and investigations into them. This improper classification has prevented the American public from knowing important information.

The senator had requested that the FBI disclose to Congress when it first became concerned about Tawhedi, especially in light of previous briefings indicating that 50 or more Afghan refugees were resettled in the United States despite being flagged for "potentially significant security concerns."

Experts Warn of Potential Security Threats

Former Assistant Secretary of State Robert Charles, who helped train Afghan forces after 9/11, voiced concerns about the possibility of more individuals like Tawhedi slipping through the vetting process or becoming radicalized after arriving in America.

Charles stated on the "John Solomon Reports" podcast:

This Afghan withdrawal was one of the most tragic events in not only the Biden administration, but in, I'm going to say, the last 100 years of American history. It was doing everything wrong. Reality is they brought them into this country, and they continue to present, currently, today, a security threat to this country, as that arrest illustrates.

He also highlighted the potential for radicalization among Afghan refugees who may feel frustrated that fellow Afghan citizens who assisted U.S. military efforts were left behind during the withdrawal.

Details of the Alleged Terror Plot

The charging document against Tawhedi and his 17-year-old alleged accomplice provides chilling details of the terror plot. FBI investigators discovered pro-ISIS propaganda on Tawhedi's devices and email account, along with communications discussing plans for Election Day.

In one exchange, Tawhedi allegedly stated, "after that we will begin our duty, God willing, with the help of God, we will get ready for the election day." The FBI also reports that Tawhedi and his co-conspirator purchased two AK-47s and ten magazines from an FBI asset before their arrest.

Reports indicate that Tawhedi had taken steps to prepare for the planned November 5 attack, including liquidating his assets and purchasing one-way airline tickets to send his wife and daughter back to Afghanistan by October 17.

Conclusion

The case against Nasir Ahmed Tawhedi highlights discrepancies between immigration records and the Justice Department's account of his entry into the United States. It raises concerns about the vetting process for Afghan refugees and potential security threats. The incident has prompted congressional inquiries and warnings from experts about the broader implications for national security.