Republican Congressman Darrell Issa, a member of several key House committees, including Judiciary, Foreign Affairs, and Science, as well as the Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, expressed grave concerns following the foiled terror attack plot. The planned attack, timed to coincide with Yom Kippur and the anniversary of a Hamas terror incident in Israel, underscored the persistent threat of anti-Semitism.
Congressman Issa highlighted the dangerous combination of anti-Semitic sentiments perpetuated in the United States, even within academic institutions, and individual hatred that nearly resulted in a violent assault based on religious and ancestral affiliations. He emphasized the importance of combating hate speech and ideologies to prevent such attacks in the future.
Addressing the issue of a 20-year-old Pakistani man apprehended while attempting to cross the border, Congressman Issa raised concerns about the porous nature of U.S. borders. He pointed out that lax border security measures could have allowed the individual, influenced by ISIS ideology, to enter the country unchecked and potentially carry out harmful actions.
During his visit to the border with fellow lawmakers, Congressman Issa witnessed firsthand the ease with which individuals could enter the U.S. without proper vetting. He highlighted instances where individuals, including those not fleeing persecution but seeking economic opportunities, were able to gain entry without adequate scrutiny.
Concerns were also raised about the potential threat emanating from the Canadian border, which often receives less attention compared to the southern border. Congressman Issa underscored the need for stricter border control measures to prevent individuals with malicious intent from entering the country undetected.
