A chilling scene unfolded in Washington D.C. this afternoon as gunfire erupted near the White House, striking two National Guard soldiers. The incident occurred just a block from the presidential residence, near the Farragut Metro station, sending shockwaves through the nation’s capital.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene, with reports emerging of a Guardsman suffering a gunshot wound to the head. Horrific images quickly circulated, showing a soldier bleeding on the pavement, surrounded by shattered glass from a nearby bus shelter – a stark visual of the sudden violence.
Initial reports indicated the soldiers had succumbed to their injuries, a devastating announcement made by Governor Patrick Morrisey. However, conflicting information soon surfaced, and the Governor later clarified that his office was awaiting more definitive updates on their condition, expressing prayers for their recovery and the entire Guard community.
A suspect is now in custody, also wounded in the exchange. Authorities confirmed the suspect’s injuries are not life-threatening, but the motive behind the attack remains under investigation. The incident has triggered a heightened state of alert throughout the city.
The impacted Guardsmen were part of a deployment authorized by President Donald Trump. Reacting to the news, the President issued a strong statement, vowing that the perpetrator “will pay a very steep price,” and extending his support to the military and law enforcement personnel.
A circulating video captured the immediate aftermath, showing soldiers and Secret Service agents converging on a suspect, struggling to subdue and detain him. The emotional toll on fellow Guardsmen was palpable, as they rushed to assist their injured comrades.
One reporter, present near the scene, recounted hearing multiple shots fired while traveling in an Uber, describing the swift response of the Secret Service and the immediate lockdown of the area. The incident underscores the ever-present risks faced by those tasked with protecting the nation’s capital.
In response to the shooting, President Trump has authorized the deployment of an additional 500 National Guard members to Washington, bolstering security measures and demonstrating a commitment to safeguarding the city.
The nation now waits for further details as investigators piece together the events that unfolded, and as prayers are offered for the swift and full recovery of the injured soldiers.
