GB News presenter Ben Leo has strongly criticized politicians for what he calls “mass uncontrolled immigration,” accusing them of putting people’s lives and safety at risk.
Speaking on his program, Leo expressed anger and frustration after a deadly attack at a Christmas market in Germany, which left five people dead and over 200 injured, with 40 victims still in critical condition.
Leo began his show by offering condolences to the victims of the attack but quickly turned his focus to Europe’s immigration policies.
“How many times must we offer thoughts and prayers before we say enough is enough? I’ve had enough of politicians telling us uncontrolled immigration is good.
I’ve had enough of being forced to accept thousands of strangers from far-off lands without knowing who they are or what they believe,” he said.
The attacker, identified as a Saudi national, entered Germany as an asylum seeker in 2006 and was granted refugee status in 2016, despite warnings from Saudi authorities about his extremist views.
Reports show that multiple warnings about his behavior were sent to German officials, including concerns from members of the public about threatening posts on his social media. However, these warnings appear to have been ignored.
Leo questioned why this individual, who was also the subject of an extradition request from Saudi Arabia, was allowed to stay in Germany. “Why are German taxpayers funding people like this? Why wasn’t he sent back to Saudi Arabia when they asked for him? This isn’t the fault of the German people; it’s the fault of their leaders who care more about political correctness than their citizens’ safety,” Leo argued.
The attack has reignited debates over immigration policies, with many calling for stricter controls to prevent such incidents. Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jri supported Leo’s stance, saying, “End mass migration. Revoke visas. Deport those who hate us. We don’t have to live like this anymore.”
Leo also emphasized the need to stop accepting migrants whose backgrounds cannot be verified. He pointed out that even a small number of dangerous individuals slipping through the system can have devastating consequences. “The simplest way to stop this from happening is to not let them in the first place. If we can’t be sure who they are or what their intentions are, why take the risk?”
Panelists on Leo’s show had mixed views. Some agreed with his strong stance, while others argued that a more detailed understanding of the attacker’s motivations is important to prevent similar incidents in the future. However, Leo countered by saying that no amount of analysis could justify allowing someone with clear red flags to remain in the country.
The discussion also touched on immigration issues in the UK, with Leo referencing the ongoing crisis of migrants crossing the English Channel. “In Britain, we’re seeing tens of thousands of people arriving by small boats every year.
We don’t know who they are, where they came from, or if they have a criminal history. This is a disaster waiting to happen, and it’s already causing harm,” he said, referencing a recent case where a Serbian migrant, who had previously committed murder in his home country, killed a young man in the UK.
Leo’s frustration was echoed by his panel, who discussed the emotional toll of the attack, particularly on the families of the victims.
One panelist described seeing a picture of a 9-year-old boy who died in the attack and called it “heartbreaking, especially just days before Christmas.”
Critics of current immigration policies argue that governments across Europe are failing to prioritize the safety and security of their citizens.
Many believe the attack in Germany will further strengthen public calls for tougher immigration rules and more thorough vetting processes.
For now, the German government has yet to address the mounting criticism, but this tragedy has made it clear that changes are needed to prevent future incidents and rebuild public trust. Leo ended his segment by calling on politicians to “put their citizens first before it’s too late.”
