Two members of the National Guard were shot in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday afternoon, just a few blocks from the White House at the intersection of 17th and I Street NW. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed the incident but did not disclose the condition of the wounded Guardsmen. The Metropolitan Police Department has secured the crime scene and reported that a suspect is in custody, having suffered injuries during the confrontation.
In a statement, Noem urged the public to pray for the well-being of the injured troops. As law enforcement gathers further details, President Trump has also been briefed on the situation, with White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announcing that the administration is closely monitoring the unfolding events. The shooting underscores ongoing concerns regarding the safety of military personnel stationed in urban environments.
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