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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A U.S. State Department contractor has been terminated after explosive undercover footage revealed him advising illegal immigrants on how to avoid deportation and voicing extreme anti-American sentiments. The video, released by the O’Keefe Media Group, has ignited outrage and prompted swift action from federal officials.
The contractor, identified as Arslan Akhtar, worked as a visa specialist before being let go following the viral video’s release. In the recording, Akhtar is heard encouraging undocumented immigrants—primarily of Hispanic descent—to “never admit the truth” when interacting with law enforcement.
“If you want a loophole, keep your mouth shut,” he says. “Don’t talk to the police. Don’t tell them what you did. Just maintain your innocence no matter what.”
The footage also captures Akhtar expressing open hatred for multiple ethnic groups, including Yemeni nationals and Indian applicants, referring to them as “conniving” and “awful.” At one point, he voices support for violence against Elon Musk, saying he wants to see him “lynched in the street.”
But perhaps most shocking are his remarks about white Americans, whom he describes as inherently oppressive. “I dismiss the hell out of them,” he states. “I don’t care about them. I’m not going to allow this culture of dominance anymore.”
In response, a spokesperson for the State Department confirmed that Akhtar has been removed from his position and announced a broader initiative to overhaul internal contractor screening procedures.
“The contractor is no longer employed by the U.S. State Department,” the spokesperson said. “We are committed to protecting the integrity of our immigration system and rooting out individuals who do not reflect the values of this institution.”
On social media platform X, the State Department followed up with a bold statement:
“This is just the beginning. If you hold radical, anti-American views and work within our system—we will find you.”
The video has reignited debate over federal hiring practices, immigration enforcement, and ideological infiltration in government agencies. Lawmakers and political commentators are already calling for a broader investigation into how individuals with extremist views end up in sensitive government roles.
As the footage continues to circulate online, pressure is mounting for other agencies to conduct internal audits of their staff and contractors. The fallout from this scandal is just beginning—and it’s raising serious questions about who’s really pulling the levers inside America’s immigration system.
James Jenkins is a celebrated Pulitzer Prize-winning author whose work has reshaped the way readers think about social justice and human rights in America. Raised in Atlanta, Georgia, James grew up in a community that instilled in him both resilience and a strong sense of responsibility toward others. After studying political science and creative writing at Howard University, he worked as a journalist covering civil rights issues before dedicating himself fully to fiction. His novels are known for their sharp, empathetic portraits of marginalized communities and for weaving personal stories with broader political realities. Jenkins’s breakout novel, Shadows of Freedom, won national acclaim for its unflinching look at systemic inequality, while his more recent works explore themes of identity, resilience, and the fight for dignity in the face of oppression. Beyond his novels, James is an active public speaker, lecturing at universities and participating in nonprofit initiatives that support literacy and community empowerment. He believes that storytelling is a way to preserve history and inspire change. When not writing, James enjoys jazz music, mentoring young writers, and traveling with his family to explore cultures and stories around the world.
