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According to US officials, there is a claim that the suspect involved in a recent incident worked closely with the CIA in Afghanistan for several years. Despite this association, officials assert that the individual was subjected to vetting procedures, which reportedly came back clear. This suggests that, at least officially, the current vetting systems are effective at screening potential threats.
However, critics and some officials acknowledge that the vetting process isn't infallible. The transcript reveals a frank admission that sometimes individuals "go cuckoo" or snap, especially after being allowed into the country. This points to the unpredictable nature of integration and mental health factors that can influence behavior, regardless of initial screening.