So far there is no evidence of any connection between the criminal gangs and the Islamic Muslim Brotherhood or its various organizations. But it may happen if the gangs see something in it for themselves other than mafia style money making in the US. At this point, there is little evidence they and the Brotherhood have any congruent goals.
"We continue to believe that terrorists have expressed an interest and a desire to exploit the existing vulnerabilities in our border security to enter or attack the United States," said Gonzales.
And so far, the evidence suggests they have not. They have been arriving, organizing, funding, recruiting and planning since 1980 here in this country, will almost all the evidence showing they have been arriving legally. Why chance a long hot trek through the desert when a plane ride is much faster?
Some also believe that, for operational reasons, an undetected, illegal entry into the U.S. by al-Qaida agents, is preferable to a legal entry. "
Again, those who are most knowlegable disagree. Can that change, yes. And that is why we must seal our borders. Although I enjoy FR, it is hardly the font of all knowledge and has reflected a few opinions not shared by most from time to time. Expand your education beyond FR.