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Former President Donald Trump stated on the weekend that he has asked the loved ones of a National Guard member fatally shot last week to attend the presidential home.

He added that he conversed with her parents and they were “heartbroken”.

Background on the Devastating Event

Specialist Beckstrom, twenty years old, was fatally shot in a shooting on last Wednesday in Washington DC.

Her fellow service member, Staff Sgt Andrew Wolfe, 24, remains hospitalized in serious condition.

Gatherings across West Virginia have been held in their remembrance.

White House Call

The president said he’s discussed a meeting at the presidential residence for the families of both individuals of the state National Guard.

“I said: ‘When you’re able, because that’s a difficult moment, arrive at the White House. We’re going to pay tribute to her,” the president addressed journalists. “And similarly with Andrew, no matter the outcome.”

Community Response

Mourners gathered over the past few days at a local school in West Virginia to pay respects to Beckstrom.

Both the soldiers had been working with the West Virginia National Guard as part of Trump’s federal initiative to assist law enforcement in DC.

Paying Tribute to Sarah Beckstrom

“She was the individual that educators desired. She carried herself with quiet strength, a contagious smile and a optimistic attitude that inspired those around her,” the principal, the leader of Beckstrom’s alma mater, stated to the media. “She was sweet, caring and always ready to help others.”

Service plans for Sarah are in the process of planning.

Legal Steps and Government Changes

Law enforcement have indicted a twenty-nine-year-old Afghan national with a charge of murder and two counts of violent assault while armed.

The incident led the administration to pause refugee claims and halt providing visas to holders of Afghan passports.

Status of the Airman

The airman, a native of Martinsburg, enlisted in 2019 and is a graduate of his local high school, per the Associated Press.

He continues to receive treatment and is “fighting for his life”, West Virginia governor Morrisey mentioned on television.

The state’s top lawyer Pam Bondi told the program that she aimed to meet with the family.

Memory of the Fallen Soldier

Sarah, from her hometown, completed her education from her high school in mid-2023 and enlisted soon after, working as a military police officer with distinction, as stated by the state guard.

“She had a lot of kindness and she certainly had fortitude,” the governor informed the crowd at the vigil. “Though her time was cut short, she has made an impact that’s going to endure.”