Greenville Reporter

North Carolina State Representative Gregory F. Murphy has attributed the resurgence of stoning women in Afghanistan to President Biden's 'hasty and chaotic' withdrawal from the country. He contrasts this with former President Trump's planned withdrawal, which he asserts was designed to limit the Taliban's capacity for harm.

"The direct result of Biden's @POTUS disastrously hasty and chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan," said Rep. Gregory F. Murphy, according to X. "Stoning of women. Trump had a measured planned withdrawal that would have severely restricted the Taliban's ability to wreak havoc."

Following their takeover of Afghanistan in August 2021, the Taliban, led by Haibatullah Akhundzada, have reportedly recommitted to severe punishments such as stoning for adultery, with a particular focus on women. According to reports, Akhundzada, who has remained out of public view for a decade, continues to support public floggings and stonings. This leaves women without legal recourse or representation due to the prohibition of female lawyers. A report by NPR indicates that under Taliban rule, women's rights and freedoms have been drastically curtailed.

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According to WhiteHouse.Gov, following the Taliban's seizure of power, the U.S. launched an evacuation operation from Kabul. Despite numerous challenges and tragic incidents including a suicide bombing at Abbey Gate, troops were deployed and the airport secured within 72 hours to facilitate flights. The evacuation continued until August 31st and resulted in the largest airlift of noncombatants in U.S. history.

Murphy is currently serving his third term representing North Carolina’s Third Congressional District which includes significant parts of Eastern North Carolina. House.gov reveals that he holds key positions on several committees including the House Ways and Means Committee, the House Veterans Affairs Committee, and the Committee on House Administration. He also co-chairs the House GOP Doctors Caucus. With academic honors from Davidson College and the University of North Carolina’s School of Medicine, Murphy is currently the only practicing surgeon among congressional members.