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Trump Gives Update on ‘Amazing’ Progress of Shot National Guardsman

Trump Gives Update on ‘Amazing’ Progress of Shot National Guardsman

Summary

President Donald Trump shared an update on a National Guard member wounded in a shooting near the White House. Specialist Sarah Beckstrom died in the attack, while Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe was critically injured but has shown signs of recovery. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, has been charged with multiple offenses.

Key Facts

  • President Trump spoke about the condition of Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, who was critically injured in a shooting.
  • The shooting occurred on November 26 near the White House in Washington, D.C.
  • Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, another National Guard member, was killed in the attack.
  • Staff Sergeant Wolfe got out of bed but has not yet spoken as he was hit in the head.
  • The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, was apprehended at the scene and faces multiple charges, including murder and assault.
  • Lakanwal entered the U.S. under a program for Afghan evacuees after the Taliban's fall.

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