National Guard Members Injured Near White House, Suspect Detained

On Wednesday afternoon, close to the White House in Washington, D.C., two members of the National Guard were shot, as confirmed by officials.

Kristi Noem, the Secretary for Homeland Security, expressed her prayers on X for the injured guardsmen. The Metropolitan Police Department has reported that a suspect has been apprehended.

Former President Trump shared on Truth Social that the guards had suffered severe injuries.

He commented, "The perpetrator of this violent act against the National Guardsmen is critically injured as well and will face harsh consequences."

White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt communicated that the President had been informed about the distressing event.

"The situation is being closely monitored by the White House," Leavitt mentioned.