Mohamed Sabry Soliman, a 45-year-old Egyptian national, is facing severe allegations of orchestrating a targeted terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, during a pro-Israel gathering held on Pearl Street. The event, known as ‘Run for Their Lives,’ was a grassroots initiative aimed at advocating for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, drawing hundreds of participants at the time of the incident. According to authorities, Soliman, who was in the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa, overstepped his authorized stay, remaining in the country illegally. This situation has led to heightened scrutiny over the legal status of immigrants and the administration’s policies on visa overstays, particularly under the Biden administration.
Soliman was arrested during the attack, which reportedly included a shooting incident, and he was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. A report from the FBI indicates that the attack is being investigated as ideologically motivated violence, with the agency citing early evidence and witness accounts. The incident left eight individuals injured, with one reported to be in critical condition. The FBI spokesperson emphasized that the motive of the attack is being analyzed as part of a broader pattern of hate crimes and politically driven violence in the region. The attack’s location near the Boulder County courthouse highlights its potential impact on public safety and the role of grassroots activism in public spaces.
Stephen Miller, the White House Deputy Chief of Staff, released a statement on X criticizing the Biden administration’s actions, asserting that granting Soliman a work permit, despite his overstaying the visa, was an error in judgment. He called for a reversal of what he described as ‘suicidal migration.’ The controversy over immigration policy and national security has drawn attention to the broader debate on immigration control and the implications of visa overstays on the U.S. legal system. Meanwhile, the case has sparked discussions on the intersection of foreign policy, immigration enforcement, and the role of activism in shaping public discourse around national security issues.
Authorities are currently reviewing the specific charges against Soliman, but the legal consequences could be significant given the severity of the alleged offenses. The incident has further intensified the political debate over immigration reform, with critics citing the case as an example of the risks associated with lax visa controls and potential security vulnerabilities. The role of the FBI in the investigation and the potential for broader implications for the administration’s immigration policies are expected to be focal points in the coming days as the case progresses through the judicial system.