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Two National Guard members shot near the White House — what we know so far
In a shocking incident on November 26, 2025, two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot just blocks from the White House in Washington, D.C. The event has ignited national concern — both over the safety of deployed troops on U.S. streets, and over immigration and security policy.
What happened
• The shooting occurred around 2:15 p.m. ET near 17th and I Street NW, close to the Farragut West station — just two blocks from the White House.
• According to law enforcement, the suspect — believed to be acting alone — “rounded a corner” and opened fire, ambushing the Guard members who were on a “high-visibility patrol.”
• Both soldiers were critically wounded. A third person — the suspected shooter — was also shot during the response and is now in custody.
Witnesses described chaotic scenes: people fleeing the area, police tape, helicopters landing, and emergency crews treating victims on sidewalks and in ambulances.
Who is the suspect — and how authorities are reacting
• The suspect has been identified as a 29-year-old Afghan national, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who entered the United States in 2021 under a refugee-resettlement pathway.
• Lakanwal was granted asylum in April 2025.
• Authorities are treating the shooting as an apparent “targeted attack.” Federal agencies including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the U.S. Secret Service, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) responded to the scene and launched an investigation.
As of now, no confirmed motive has been publicly released. Officials say more investigation is needed.
Immediate consequences — security and political fallout
• The shooting triggered an immediate lockdown of the White House complex, with nearby buildings locked down, restricted pedestrian movement, and heightened security for hours.
• In reaction — and at the request of the Donald J. Trump administration — the United States Department of Defense ordered the deployment of an additional 500 National Guard troops to Washington, D.C.
• The shooting has reignited debates over the presence of National Guard troops in civilian policing roles, and the broader policies around immigration, asylum, and security. Critics warn against painting all immigrants with the same brush, while others argue for tighter vetting and security measures.
Why this matters — bigger picture
This shooting strikes at the heart of growing tensions in the United States around military involvement in domestic security, immigration policy, and public safety. The presence of National Guard troops in the capital — originally deployed under an emergency order by Trump — has already sparked legal challenges and public debate.
The suspect’s background — as an Afghan national admitted under a resettlement program — will likely fuel political arguments on vetting and asylum policy. In turn, the government’s response may lead to tougher immigration enforcement, while civil-liberties advocates warn against stigmatization and broad reprisals.
Finally, for the security establishment, the attack raises urgent questions about how to protect uniformed troops and civilians alike, especially in high-visibility roles near sensitive sites such as the White House.
Attached is a news article regarding two national guards members shot near the White House
https://news.sky.com/story/two-national-guard-members-shot-near-white-house-13474925
Article written and configured by Christopher Stanley
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