During the White House press briefing, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas focused solely on hurricane relief efforts, dismissing questions about a terrorist plot involving an Afghan national.
He stated, 'I'm here in North Carolina, communicating with the individuals who are still conducting search and rescue operations. Over 200 people have lost their lives in Hurricane Helene.'
When pressed about the Afghan national accused of terrorism, Mayorkas insisted on discussing only hurricane-related issues, indicating a preference for focusing on current emergencies over political controversies.
Mayorkas clarified the situation surrounding the Afghan national, suggesting that questions regarding the vetting and immigration processes would need to be addressed in a different setting.
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