The head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has issued a warning regarding the security risks posed by illegal immigrants arriving at the southern border with no information on record. This concern arose after authorities apprehended eight Tajikistan nationals with alleged ties to ISIS who crossed the border illegally.
Acting ICE Director Patrick Lechleitner revealed in an interview that it is not uncommon for individuals to lack background information during the vetting process by Border Patrol. He emphasized that sometimes crucial details, such as criminal history or national security concerns, may only surface after the individuals have entered the country.