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Both members of the Guard are in serious condition and have been urgently transported to the hospital...
A serious incident was recorded today in Washington, DC, very close to the White House, where two members of the National Guard were shot. Both members of the Guard are in serious condition and have been urgently transported to the hospital. It is also learned that the suspected perpetrator was also injured and is in the hospital.
The incident, confirmed by police in Washington, occurred just a few blocks from the White House, near the intersection of 17th Street Northwest. Police have cordoned off the scene and are working to fully investigate the incident.
Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt, speaking about the shooting, which occurred just a few blocks from the White House, said the President is aware of the incident.
"The White House is aware of and is actively monitoring this tragic situation. The President has been briefed ," Leavitt said.
The National Guard reacted to the incident by saying that they are working closely with the Metropolitan Police to bring the perpetrators of this incident to justice, while emphasizing that the health of its members is paramount at the moment.
“We are aware of the incident and are working closely with the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) and other law enforcement agencies. The health and safety of our service members is our top priority as we continue to support the citizens and visitors of Washington, D.C. ,” the Guard said in a statement.
President Donald Trump himself has also reacted to this serious incident, declaring that the perpetrator will receive the highest possible punishment.
"The animal that shot the two National Guard soldiers, both seriously injured and now in two separate hospitals, is also seriously injured, but will pay a very high price anyway. God bless our Great National Guard and all the military and law enforcement ," the president wrote on Truth Social.
Recall that all 50 US states, as well as Washington, DC and the territories of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, have their own contingent of National Guard troops.
Members of the Guard report to the U.S. Department of Defense and can be federalized, or placed under presidential control, under certain circumstances. However, requests for its support normally begin at the state level.
The National Guard troops have limited powers. They do not enforce the law or make arrests. The National Guard was deployed to Washington, D.C. in August as part of what President Trump called a crackdown on crime and homelessness./ Pamphlet
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