DHS Responds Forcefully: “No Obligation to Shelter Terror Sympathizers”In a firm statement posted online, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security made clear it will not allow foreign nationals who advocate extremism or sympathize with terrorist causes to remain in the country.The message came amid public debate surrounding the detention of Sami Hamdi, whose spouse recently penned an opinion piece claiming he was targeted to “silence free speech.” DHS emphatically rejected that narrative, stressing national security as its priority.“The U.S. has no obligation to host foreigners, like Sami Hamdi, who support terrorism and actively undermine the safety of Americans. And we won’t.”The agency underscored that America has always been a nation of laws—and that welcoming immigrants does not mean tolerating those who endanger citizens or promote anti-American or anti-Semitic extremism.“There is no room in the United States for the rest of the world’s terrorist sympathizers, and we are under no obligation to admit them or let them stay here.”According to DHS, Secretary Noem has directed immigration authorities to take a zero-tolerance stance against foreign nationals attempting to exploit U.S. freedoms to promote extremist ideology.“Anyone who thinks they can come to America and hide behind the First Amendment to advocate for anti-American and anti-Semitic violence and terrorism — think again.”Defending Free Speech—Not Shielding ExtremismCritics claim Hamdi’s detention was politically motivated. DHS strongly disputes that, arguing that free speech is not a shield for promoting violence or aiding extremist networks. National security, the department said, remains non-negotiable.DHS emphasized that America welcomes lawful immigrants who contribute to the nation—but has no duty to tolerate individuals who encourage or justify terrorism.A Clear MessageThe Biden-to-Trump transition has brought renewed focus on immigration enforcement and counter-extremism policy. DHS is now signaling a decisive return to strict national-security priorities: protecting Americans first, upholding the rule of law, and refusing safe harbor to those who threaten or undermine the United States. Beloud