Karoline Leavitt, the Trump Campaign’s National Press Secretary, has made explosive accusations against Vice President Kamala Harris, claiming she allowed 99 terrorists into the United States. This controversial statement, posted on her official X (formerly Twitter) account on August 5, 2024, quickly gained traction and sparked a heated debate.
Leavitt’s tweet, which read, “Kamala Harris Knowingly Allowed 99 Terrorists Into The Country!!! Every reporter in America should be writing about this!!!!” was a direct response to recent revelations by Fox News national correspondent Bill Melugin. According to Melugin, new data from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) indicates that between fiscal years 2021 and 2023, Border Patrol apprehended at least 99 individuals on the FBI terror watchlist at the southern border, who were then released into the U.S.
The report also highlighted that 34 additional watchlisted individuals remain in DHS custody. These individuals came from 36 different countries, including high-risk regions such as Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, and Yemen. This information had previously been kept from the public, with Customs and Border Protection citing privacy concerns and low public interest in response to failed Freedom of Information Act requests.
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The timing of Leavitt’s tweet is particularly notable, as it aligns with the recent release of the House Judiciary Committee’s report, which raises concerns about national security risks posed by the entry of individuals on terror watchlists. This report has intensified scrutiny on the Biden-Harris administration’s handling of border security.
The Biden-Harris administration has yet to respond to the allegations made by Leavitt and the revelations from Melugin’s reporting. The accusations have ignited a firestorm in the political sphere, with many demanding answers about the effectiveness of current immigration enforcement measures.
Leavitt’s bold claims reflect growing frustrations with the administration’s immigration policies, particularly regarding border security. The public and lawmakers alike are calling for greater transparency and accountability in how individuals on terror watchlists are managed.
As the debate over immigration and national security continues, Vice President Kamala Harris and the Biden-Harris administration are under increased pressure to address these serious allegations and the implications of the new data. The unfolding situation has heightened concerns about the safety of the American people and the integrity of the nation’s borders.
