US President Donald Trump has extended an invitation to the families of two US national guard members who were shot in Washington DC, promising to provide them with a 'honor' at the White House. The news comes after 20-year-old Specialist Sarah Beckstrom was fatally shot in the incident that also left fellow service member Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe critically injured.
Trump expressed his condolences to Beckstrom's parents, stating they were "devastated" after their daughter's passing. He also spoke of honoring both families at the White House, saying he wants to honor the memory of Sarah and help Andrew recover from his injuries. The President acknowledged that visiting the White House would be a tough but meaningful gesture for the grieving families.
Both Beckstrom and Wolfe had been serving in the West Virginia national guard as part of an initiative by Trump to support policing efforts in Washington DC. Their fellow service members have come together to pay tribute to their fallen comrades, with mourners gathering at a high school in Webster County, West Virginia, over the weekend.
Their families are receiving outpouring of support from local officials and community leaders. As part of the investigation into the shooting, authorities have charged an Afghan national with first-degree murder and assault charges.
Beckstrom's family is awaiting funeral arrangements, while Wolfe remains hospitalized in critical condition, as his family receives a visit from the state's Attorney General. The incident has led to suspension of asylum processing and temporary halt on issuing visas for holders of Afghan passports.
The US government has vowed to provide support to both families during this difficult time, with President Trump taking a personal approach to honor their loved ones.
Trump expressed his condolences to Beckstrom's parents, stating they were "devastated" after their daughter's passing. He also spoke of honoring both families at the White House, saying he wants to honor the memory of Sarah and help Andrew recover from his injuries. The President acknowledged that visiting the White House would be a tough but meaningful gesture for the grieving families.
Both Beckstrom and Wolfe had been serving in the West Virginia national guard as part of an initiative by Trump to support policing efforts in Washington DC. Their fellow service members have come together to pay tribute to their fallen comrades, with mourners gathering at a high school in Webster County, West Virginia, over the weekend.
Their families are receiving outpouring of support from local officials and community leaders. As part of the investigation into the shooting, authorities have charged an Afghan national with first-degree murder and assault charges.
Beckstrom's family is awaiting funeral arrangements, while Wolfe remains hospitalized in critical condition, as his family receives a visit from the state's Attorney General. The incident has led to suspension of asylum processing and temporary halt on issuing visas for holders of Afghan passports.
The US government has vowed to provide support to both families during this difficult time, with President Trump taking a personal approach to honor their loved ones.
and now her family is getting an invite to the White House... it's really sad 
. I think it's awesome that Trump is taking this personally, he knows how much pain they're going through 
. Visiting the White House will be a tough but meaningful gesture for them, hope it brings some comfort 
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... I mean, we gotta know more about that part of the story 
. Anyway, my thoughts are with Beckstrom's family, hoping they get to say goodbye soon 
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It's like, President Trump is tryin' to make a statement, but what kinda statement? That he's lookin' out for these families or that he's coverin' his own backside? 
And what about the fact that they're servin' in West Virginia as part of this policing initiative? Is it just a coincidence or is there more to it? The government's always talkin' about national security and protecting our citizens, but sometimes I think they're just tryin' to control the narrative... 
! i mean, who wouldn't want to visit the white house when you're feelin' down? it's like, the ultimate comfort food for grieving families 
. and let's be real, trump knows how to play the victim... err, i mean, honor a loved one 
. this whole afghan national thing is kinda suspicious tho... but i guess we'll have to see what the authorities say about it 
. anywayz, trump's all about showin' support right now 
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anyway back to trump i feel bad for those families but come on man honoring them at the white house is gonna be a major PR move not gonna lie 
. And let's be real, having a visit from the state's Attorney General is not something you can put a price on 
. Plus, President Trump taking the time to honor their memory at the White House? That's just classy, dude 
. It's a tough situation all around, but it's heartening to see people coming together in support of those who need it most 
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, the other hurt 
. The President wants to invite the families to the White House 
, as an "honor" for the dead soldier & help the injured one get better 
Trump's gesture at the White House might give them some comfort, but let's be real, it's a small step in a huge crisis