Investigation into Immigration Concerns Following Boulder Attack

House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan is spearheading a Republican investigation into claims of illegal immigration linked to the recent terrorist incidents in Boulder, Colorado.

This Friday, Jordan plans to voice his concerns regarding federal immigration enforcement in a letter sent to Secretary of Homeland Security Christa Noem and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Particularly, the lawmakers from Ohio have taken issue with how the Biden-Harris administration handles visa reviews, highlighting the case of Mohammed Sabree Soliman as a key example.

Soliman, a 45-year-old Egyptian national, entered the U.S. during the Biden administration and overstayed his visa, as confirmed by the Department of Homeland Security. He now faces accusations related to attacks on individuals during pro-Palestinian demonstrations, allegedly using a makeshift flamethrower and a Molotov cocktail.

“The granting of Soliman’s visa and his ability to stay in the U.S. raise serious questions about the Biden administration’s immigration policies and the effectiveness of their visa review process,” Jordan stated. “In comparison, the Trump administration insisted on greater scrutiny for those seeking visas or immigration benefits.” He also noted that Soliman’s actions have fueled violent anti-Israel protests and harassment throughout the U.S., including on university campuses.

Jordan pointed out the committee’s jurisdiction in overseeing federal immigration policies, stating, “According to House rules, the Judiciary Committee is authorized to monitor immigration policies and procedures.”

He specifically requested comprehensive information, including immigration history and status of the suspect, by June 20th, to better understand how Soliman managed to remain in the country.

A spokesperson from DHS indicated that Soliman was in the U.S. illegally. He entered on a B2 visa in August 2022, which expired in February 2023, and he sought asylum the following September.

The attack resulted in injuries to eight individuals, aged 52 to 88, who received treatment for burns and other injuries at a hospital in the Denver area; one of the victims is a Holocaust survivor.

Additionally, a federal judge in Colorado, appointed by Biden, recently blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to deport Soliman’s family, halting the removal process for his wife and five children.