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Former President Donald Trump stated on Sunday that he has invited the loved ones of a National Guard member killed last week to come to the presidential home.

He mentioned that he contacted her family and they were “deeply grieving”.

Background on the Devastating Incident

US army specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, was killed in a shooting on last Wednesday in DC.

Her comrade, Staff Sgt Andrew Wolfe, 24, is still in the hospital in serious condition.

Gatherings across West Virginia have taken place in their remembrance.

White House Invitation

The president explained he’s discussed a visit to the White House for the loved ones of both members of the West Virginia National Guard.

“I stated: ‘When you’re prepared, because that’s a difficult moment, visit the White House. We’re going to honor her,” Trump addressed reporters. “And likewise with him, no matter the outcome.”

Public Reaction

Community members gathered over the past few days at Webster County high school in West Virginia to honor Beckstrom.

Both the soldiers had been fulfilling duties with the state guard as part of Trump’s government program to aid policing efforts in Washington DC.

Remembering Beckstrom

“She was the individual that educators hoped for. She behaved with inner fortitude, a warm expression and a upbeat demeanor that encouraged those around her,” the principal, the principal of Beckstrom’s former high school, told the Associated Press. “She was kind, considerate and always eager to assist people.”

Funeral details for Beckstrom are in the process of planning.

Legal Steps and Government Adjustments

Law enforcement have charged a 29-year-old individual from Afghanistan with a charge of homicide and two counts of violent assault while armed.

The event prompted the administration to pause refugee claims and cease providing entry permits to owners of Afghan passports.

Condition of Wolfe

Andrew Wolfe, a resident of Martinsburg, enlisted in February 2019 and is a graduate of Musselman high school, per the Associated Press.

He remains under medical supervision and is “in a critical fight”, the state’s leader Patrick Morrisey stated on Fox News Channel’s The Sunday Briefing.

Attorney general the attorney general told Fox News Sunday that she also intended to visit Wolfe’s family.

Impact of the Fallen Soldier

Sarah, from her hometown, completed her education from Webster County high school in June 2023 and joined the military shortly after, serving as a MP with excellence, as stated by the state guard.

“She had a lot of compassion and she certainly had bravery,” Morrisey addressed the gathering at the memorial. “Though her time was cut short, she has created a legacy that’s going to endure.”