In a shocking incident that has left the nation rattled, Mohamed Sabry Soliman took it upon himself to unleash terror in Boulder, Colorado. In what can only be described as an appalling attack fueled by hatred, Soliman, who illegally entered the country, targeted individuals he regarded as “Zionists,” intending to kill as many as possible. Despite the fact that he was denied a gun purchase—thanks to a system that occasionally manages to function as intended—he resorted to using Molotov cocktails. It’s as if playing a real-life game of Grand Theft Auto was his twisted ambition.
Inexplicably, Soliman had been living in the United States under seemingly nebulous conditions. He had applied for asylum and was even given work authorization as recently as March 2023. Yet, that authorization had expired, a detail evidently overlooked in the interests of border security—or lack thereof. Critics like Karoline Leavitt have pointed fingers at the current administration’s “open border policies,” under which individuals like Soliman can not only enter the country but also remain with frightening ease. Former President Trump, now a loud voice of reason, asserts that such terrorism will not be tolerated and calls for stern actions that align with his previous stringent immigration policies.
The chilling fact that Soliman prepared a dozen Molotov cocktails and aimed to cause harm is a wake-up call regarding national security measures. As if immigration laws weren’t lax enough, here’s another case proving precisely why the border needs to be tightened, double-bolted, and then ensconced in a fortressed moat. It’s about time something gets done before stories like Soliman’s become as common as the latest viral dance challenge.
Adding another layer to the horror, this attack connects painfully with another global issue: the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict and the plight of hostages like those highlighted by Ronan and Orna, parents of an Israeli soldier held by Hamas. In Colorado, those innocents targeted by Soliman were advocates for these hostages, passionately supporting the families and highlighting their struggles for over 86 weeks. These brave individuals, including a Holocaust survivor, came together to bring awareness and push for the release of captives. In turn, they now face domestic threats reminiscent of the violence they seek to combat overseas.
While reality sets in—where threats don’t just reside overseas, but appear at protests in American cities—it beckons an awareness that safety and support must coexist. Terrorism cannot be sheltered under the guise of political asylum or muddled legalities. The American people deserve a nation fortified by sound, secure borders and immigration systems that function efficiently, protecting not just borders but human lives and the very sanctity of peaceful protest. We must continue the fight to both raise awareness and ensure the immediate release of hostages while supporting policies that prioritize American safety as paramount.
The path forward is undoubtedly challenging, yet it must be navigated with resolve and honesty about the weaknesses currently threatening the nation’s security. Americans must ensure that both domestic policy and international relations reflect a strong stance against terrorism and an unwavering commitment to justice and peace. The fight continues, and every policy, every march, every call to action matters more than ever in this relentless mission for safety and freedom.
