Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — November 28
Nov 28, 2025
Shawn VanDiver, founder of AfghanEvac, sheds light on the crucial vetting process for Afghan refugees, especially in light of recent political tensions. He argues for transparency and criticizes the politicization of refugee policies. The discussion also touches on the alarming resignation of a Ukrainian aide amid corruption probes and bipartisan efforts by Reps. Joe Courtney and Greg Murphy tackling the opioid crisis among veterans. They emphasize the importance of data-driven legislation and collaborative governance.
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Legal Paths: Charges Versus Deportation
- Prosecutors can pursue multiple federal charges including murder, firearms, and interference with federal troops.
- Legal removal requires statutory grounds like false statements or qualifying convictions, not just presidential declarations.
Afghan Evacuee Underwent Repeated Vetting
- Shawn VanDiver described the extensive vetting Afghan evacuees underwent, including multiple security and medical checks.
- He noted the suspect passed vetting at each stage, including CIA and National Counterterrorism Center reviews.
Resource Cuts May Weaken Domestic Security
- VanDiver argued resource diversion and political targeting weakened domestic security detection.
- He warned blanket policies risk punishing many Afghan allies for one individual's actions.