Two National Guardsmen Shot Near White House

Two National Guard members were shot Wednesday at Farragut Square, less than half a mile from the White House.

A suspect who is in custody was shot and suffered injuries, a source told the Associated Press (AP).

One National Guard member was struck in the head, according to a person familiar with the incident who spoke to AP on the condition of anonymity.

“The animal that shot the two National Guardsmen, with both being critically wounded, and now in two separate hospitals, is also severely wounded, but regardless, will pay a very steep price,” President Donald Trump posted on social media. “God bless our Great National Guard, and all of our Military and Law Enforcement. These are truly Great People. I, as President of the United States, and everyone associated with the Office of the Presidency, am with you!”

Editor’s note: A previous version of this article had said the National Guard members died, based on a statement from West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey that he has since walked back.

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