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Homeland Security official's killing leaves agency 'devastated' as vetting breakdown exposed
- DHS confirms a veteran official was killed in Georgia by a naturalized citizen with prior criminal history, raising questions about vetting.
- Lauren Bullis, 40, was identified as the victim; the suspect Olaolukitan Adon Abel, 26, was naturalized in 2022.
- USCIS says it created a new vetting center to strengthen screening of immigration applications.
- DHS Secretary Mullin says the agency is 'devastated' by Bullis’ death and highlights vetting concerns.
- Experts suggest the case underscores missed steps in naturalization and broader vulnerabilities in the system.
- DHS notes a new focus on neighborhood investigations for naturalization reviews to verify eligibility.
- The case has intensified debate over immigration policy and the adequacy of existing vetting standards.
- The incident follows DHS and USCIS warnings about 'significant national security and public safety risks' in vetting.
- The suspect had prior convictions including for sexual battery and assault against a police officer.
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