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Former President Donald Trump stated on the weekend that he has extended an invitation the relatives of a National Guard member fatally shot last week to visit the executive mansion.

He noted that he conversed with her parents and they were “devastated”.

Details on the Tragic Shooting

Soldier Beckstrom, 20, was killed in a attack on last Wednesday in DC.

Her fellow service member, Staff Sgt Andrew Wolfe, twenty-four years old, continues receiving treatment in serious condition.

Vigils across West Virginia have occurred in their honor.

White House Invitation

The commander-in-chief explained he’s discussed a visit to the White House for the loved ones of both soldiers of the West Virginia Guard.

“I stated: ‘When you’re prepared, because that’s a hard experience, come to the White House. We’re going to pay tribute to Sarah,” the president addressed journalists. “And in the same way with him, whether he recovers or not.”

Public Support

Mourners came together over the past few days at the high school in the state to remember Beckstrom.

Both the soldiers had been working with the state guard as part of Trump’s government program to assist policing efforts in DC.

Honoring the Soldier

“Sarah was the individual that teachers hoped for. She behaved with quiet strength, a warm expression and a upbeat demeanor that lifted those around her,” the principal, the head of Beckstrom’s alma mater, informed the media. “She was sweet, caring and always willing to support those in need.”

Funeral details for Sarah are still being arranged.

Judicial Steps and Policy Revisions

Law enforcement have charged a twenty-nine-year-old suspect with a charge of homicide and charges of violent assault while armed.

The tragedy led the Trump administration to suspend asylum applications and halt providing visas to possessors of travel documents.

Condition of Wolfe

Wolfe, a native of Martinsburg, started his military career in February 2019 and is a graduate of Musselman high school, per the AP.

He continues to receive treatment and is “battling to survive”, the state’s governor Morrisey stated on television.

Attorney general the attorney general stated on Fox News Sunday that she aimed to meet with his relatives.

Memory of the Fallen Soldier

Beckstrom, from Summersville, graduated from Webster County high school in mid-2023 and joined the military shortly after, serving as a military police officer with honor, as stated by the state guard.

“She had a lot of kindness and she absolutely had courage,” the governor addressed the crowd at the service. “Though her time ended too soon, she has made an impact that’s going to endure.”