Governor: National Guard Suspect Radicalized After U.S. Arrival

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem stated that a suspect in a National Guard investigation was "radicalized" after arriving in the United States. The individual is identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national. Officials report that Lakanwal entered the U.S. through Operation Allies Welcome. This program evacuated Afghan allies following the American military withdrawal from Afghanistan. The investigation into the suspect is ongoing. Governor Noem's remarks highlight ongoing security concerns related to the evacuees.