Imagine a wanted terror suspect hauling freight down an American highway, courtesy of a government-issued work permit. That’s the jaw-dropping reality uncovered in Kansas recently, where a 31-year-old man from Uzbekistan, with an active warrant for terrorism charges in his home country, was apprehended behind the wheel of a semi-truck.
Breitbart reported that Akhror Bozorov was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on November 9, 2025, while working as a commercial truck driver in Kansas.
Bozorov’s journey to that driver’s seat began when he crossed the southern border without authorization in February 2023. After entering the country, he was released into the interior under policies implemented by the current administration. It’s a decision that many conservatives argue reflects a troubling lack of scrutiny at our borders.
Just under a year after his entry, in January 2024, Bozorov received a work permit from federal authorities. How a man with an active warrant in Uzbekistan slipped through such a process is a question that demands answers. Critics of progressive border policies see this as a glaring failure of national security protocols.
With that permit in hand, Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation issued Bozorov a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). This allowed him to operate an 18-wheeler across American highways, a privilege that now seems absurdly misplaced given his background. It’s hard not to wonder how many other risky approvals might be out there.
Back in Uzbekistan, Bozorov has been a wanted man since 2022. Law enforcement officials there claim he is tied to a terrorist organization, a detail that should have raised red flags long before he got behind the wheel. This isn’t just a bureaucratic misstep; it’s a potential threat on wheels.
Uzbek authorities further allege that Bozorov has been involved in spreading terrorist propaganda. They claim he has called for jihad and encouraged others to join such movements, accusations that paint a deeply concerning picture. For many Americans, this is a wake-up call about who might be living—and working—among us.
The Department of Homeland Security has not held back in its criticism of how this case unfolded. “Not only was Akhror Bozorov — a wanted terrorist — released into the country by the Biden administration, but he was also given a commercial driver’s license by Governor Shapiro’s Pennsylvania,” said Tricia McLaughlin, a spokesperson for the department.
McLaughlin didn’t stop there, adding, “This should go without saying, but terrorist illegal aliens should not be operating 18-wheelers on America’s highways.”
She’s got a point—handing over the keys to a massive vehicle to someone with such a background is the kind of decision that leaves folks scratching their heads. It’s not about fear-mongering; it’s about common sense.
The fact that Bozorov was able to secure both a work permit and a CDL speaks to systemic issues that conservatives have long warned about. Open-border advocates may argue for compassion, but when compassion overrides caution, the results can be dangerous. This case is a textbook example of why vetting matters.
ICE’s arrest of Bozorov on November 9, 2025, may have stopped a potential threat, but it doesn’t erase the months he spent driving unchecked. How many highways did he traverse, and what might have happened if authorities hadn’t acted when they did? It’s a chilling thought for anyone concerned about safety.
For those who prioritize national security, this incident is a glaring reminder of the stakes involved in border policy. The idea of a terror suspect navigating America’s interstates isn’t just a plot twist from a thriller—it’s a reality that unfolded under current leadership. Conservatives argue it’s time for a hard pivot toward stricter controls.
The outrage over Bozorov’s case isn’t about targeting individuals but about holding systems accountable. When a man wanted for terrorism in his home country can so easily gain legal permissions here, something is fundamentally broken. Many on the right are asking: who’s minding the store?
This story also fuels the broader debate over work permits and licenses for unauthorized migrants. While some see these as pathways to integration, others view them as loopholes ripe for exploitation. Bozorov’s case might just tip the scales toward the latter perspective for many Americans.