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President Trump stated on Sunday that he has extended an invitation the relatives of a Guard member fatally shot last week to visit the White House.

He added that he spoke to her family and they were “deeply grieving”.

Details on the Heartbreaking Shooting

US army specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, was killed in a attack on last Wednesday in Washington DC.

Her colleague, Andrew Wolfe, 24, remains hospitalized in grave state.

Vigils across West Virginia have taken place in their memory.

Presidential Offer

The president explained he’s proposed a visit to the White House for the loved ones of both soldiers of the West Virginia National Guard.

“I told them: ‘When you’re able, because that’s a tough thing, visit the White House. We’re going to pay tribute to Sarah,” Trump informed reporters. “And similarly with Andrew, whether he recovers or not.”

Community Reaction

Mourners came together over the weekend at Webster County high school in the state to pay respects to Beckstrom.

Both they had been serving with the West Virginia National Guard as part of Trump’s government program to aid public safety in DC.

Honoring Beckstrom

“She was the type of pupil that educators desired. She carried herself with calm resilience, a contagious smile and a optimistic attitude that lifted those around her,” the principal, the leader of her alma mater, stated to the Associated Press. “She was kind, compassionate and always eager to support those in need.”

Service arrangements for Sarah are in the process of planning.

Judicial Actions and Policy Changes

Law enforcement have indicted a 29-year-old individual from Afghanistan with a charge of homicide and charges of violent assault while carrying a weapon.

The incident caused the government to suspend asylum applications and halt providing visas to possessors of Afghan passports.

Condition of the Airman

Wolfe, a native of the city, began his service in early 2019 and is a graduate of his local high school, per the AP.

He continues to receive treatment and is “in a critical fight”, the state’s leader Patrick Morrisey stated on Fox News Channel’s The Sunday Briefing.

The state’s top lawyer the attorney general told Fox News Sunday that she also intended to meet with the family.

Impact of Sarah Beckstrom

Beckstrom, from her hometown, completed her education from Webster County High in June 2023 and enlisted soon after, working as a law enforcement officer with honor, per the military.

“She had a lot of compassion and she certainly had fortitude,” he addressed the crowd at the service. “Though her time lasted far too short, she has left a mark that’s going to be remembered always.”