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There are reports—though unconfirmed by federal agencies—that Lockenwall shouted “Allahu Akbar” during the attack, raising concerns about potential motives rooted in extremist ideology. While media outlets often portray Islamists as primary threats, comparisons highlight a disparity: radical Buddhists, Hindus, or Christians rarely, if ever, are linked to acts of violence in similar context.
This attack underscores a broader pattern of concern regarding the integration—and vetting—of foreign nationals admitted through humanitarian programs. Given the scale of Islamic terror attacks worldwide—approximately four per day since 1979—the risk of radicalization among certain foreign-born individuals in the U.S. remains a pressing issue.