The Ben Shapiro Show Ben Reacts: National Guard Terrorist Attack
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Nov 27, 2025 A shocking shooting near the White House leaves two National Guard soldiers fighting for their lives. The suspect, identified as a 29-year-old Afghan evacuee, raises serious questions about vetting procedures following the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan. The discussion highlights the implications of the Biden administration’s policies and links the attack to broader immigration issues. Concerns about the risks associated with mass migration and the potential for terror activity loom large as experts weigh in on the fallout.
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Details Of The Farragut West Ambush
- Ben Shapiro recounts the shooting near the White House and identifies the suspect as a 29-year-old Afghan national who arrived during the 2021 withdrawal.
- He describes the ambush near Farragut West Metro, the female guard shot in the chest and head, and the suspect being shot and taken away.
Withdrawal Linked To Domestic Risk
- Ben Shapiro links the attack to the Biden administration's Afghanistan withdrawal and resettlement choices as causal factors.
- He argues the chaotic exit and subsequent policies increased the risk of hostile actors reaching the U.S.
Scale And Vetting Concerns
- Shapiro highlights that roughly 90,000 Afghans entered the U.S. under Operation Allies Welcome after 2021.
- He points to terror-watchlist entries among evacuees as evidence of vetting failures and ongoing risk.