The Real Truth Behind the Shooting of Two National Guardsmen in DC
This video discusses the case of Rahmanullah Lakenwal, an Afghan national accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guardsmen in Washington D.C. The discussion, featuring military reporter Kevin Maurer, explores Lakenwal's background as a member of a CIA Zero Unit in Afghanistan and suggests the shooting was likely a result of mental health issues and feelings of abandonment by the CIA, rather than a radicalized terrorist attack (0:42-1:44).
Key points from the video:
• CIA Zero Units: These were clandestine units recruited by the CIA to conduct commando-style missions and raid high-profile targets in Afghanistan (2:00-2:16). Members, like Lakenwal, were highly vetted and considered among the top Afghan soldiers, and the units never suffered an insider attack (2:21-3:48).
• Immigration Challenges: The clandestine nature of the Zero Units made it difficult for members to get proper immigration status in the US, as the CIA often wouldn't acknowledge their existence (3:06-3:27). This led to a "catch-22" situation for many (3:17-3:27).
• Post-Evacuation Struggles: After the evacuation from Afghanistan, many Zero Unit members, including Lakenwal, faced significant challenges with resettlement, language barriers, and cultural assimilation in the US (6:57-7:52).