Two National Guard members were reportedly shot near the White House in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, November 26. According to NBC4Washington, the Metropolitan Police Department shared that officers locked down the area just before 3 p.m. to begin an investigation.
Gunfire erupted near the corner of 17th and H streets, roughly two blocks from the White House. The Department of Homeland Security said two National Guardsmen suffered gunshot wounds during the chaos. A law enforcement official added that one of the National Guard members allegedly exchanged fire with the active shooter.
Vito Maggiolo, public information officer for DC Fire and Emergency Services, said medics took all three individuals to the hospital. According to AP News, officers later took the injured suspect into custody after being confirmed for non-life-threatening injuries. USA Today reports that the shooting happened while Trump has thousands of troops stationed across Washington, as part of his push to crack down on crime in the nation’s capital.
Shortly after the incident, Governor Patrick Morrisey confirmed on X (formerly Twitter) that both National Guardsmen had died from their injuries.
“It is with great sorrow that we can confirm both members of the West Virginia National Guard who were shot earlier today in Washington, DC have passed away from their injuries. These brave West Virginians lost their lives in the service of their country. We are in ongoing contact with federal officials as the investigation continues.”
Additionally, Morrisey said the guards will always be remembered for their service. He also called for those responsible to be held accountable. “Our entire state grieves with their families, their loved ones, and the Guard community. West Virginia will never forget their service or their sacrifice, and we will demand full accountability for this horrific act,” Morrisey added.
Trump also reacted to the shooting on Truth Social, telling his followers that the suspect will pay “a steep price” for the attack. NBC4Washington reported that both Trump and Vice President JD Vance were out of the district during the incident. Trump is spending Thanksgiving at his Mar-a-Lago home, while Vance is reportedly at Ft. Campbell, an army based on the Tennessee-Kentucky border.
“God bless our Great National Guard, and all of our Military and Law Enforcement. These are truly Great People. I, as President of the United States, and everyone associated with the Office of the Presidency, am with you!”
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