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West Virginia Honors Fallen Lo Guard Soldier
The Gov. Patrick Morrisey, qw.va.
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President Donald Trump said on Sunday when he spoke to the families of the two National Guardsmen shot last week in Washington, DC – that “they are fighting for his soldiers,” that they are fighting for both soldiers in the White House.
Trump told reporters around the corner that the families of the West Virginia National Guardsmen were “devastated” in the aftermath of the White House on Wednesday.
“Andrew is fighting for his life, and his parents are incredibly great people, people of great faith,” Trump said. “They’re praying, and they want everyone to pray for Andrew, and you have a chance to do it.”
Trump said he discussed the White House visit with both families.
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National Guard file photo with Andrew Wolfe who was shot in an attack in Washington DC, Nov. 26, 2025. Trump said on Sunday he was “fighting for his life.” (Provided by Department of Justice)
“I said, ‘When you’re ready, because it’s a tough thing, come to the White House. We’re going to praise Sarah,'” Trump told reporters. “Same as Andrew, whether they recover or not.”
File photo of national guard Sarah Beckstrom who was shot in an attack in Washington DC, November 26, 2025. She later died of her injuries. (Provided by Department of Justice)
Beckstrstrom, an expert in the army, and Air Force Stref, were among the members of the West Virginia patrol sent to the DC area after the order of the officer who aims to deal with crime in the city earlier this year.
The suspected shooter is Rahmanullah Lakanwalwal, a 29-year-old Afghan.
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Lakanwal officially entered the United States in September 2021 under the acceptable performance, Afghan Pendulant transfer and resettlement program.
Emergency workers gather near where two security guards were shot near the White House on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, in Washington, DC (Mark Shoschiefelbein / AP)
Lakanwal faces charges of first degree murder and two counts of assault with intent to kill while armed. Attorney General Pam Bondi said the Justice Department intends to seek the death penalty.
Local hospitals in West Virginia honored the two soldiers, including Saturday evening at Webster County High School, where Becksrom attends classes.
President Trump announced Thursday that National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom, 20, of West Virginia, has died after she and another guard were shot in Washington, DC, on Wednesday. (District of Columbia National Guard with X)
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisyy called Beckstrom “Webster County’s favorite daughter” during the treatment, saying that he once had a reputation as a person with a big heart who loved to serve others.
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“He was very kind and certainly courageous,” Morristery told the crowd. “Even if his life ends up being too short, he left a mark that will last forever.”
FOX News Digital’s Michael Dorgan, Greg Norman and Madeleine Rivera, and The Associated Press contributed to this report.
