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Former President Donald Trump revealed on Sunday that he has asked the loved ones of a Guard member killed last week to attend the presidential home.

He mentioned that he conversed with her family and they were “devastated”.

Background on the Tragic Incident

Specialist Beckstrom, twenty years old, was fatally shot in a attack on last Wednesday in the nation's capital.

Her colleague, US air force staff Sgt Andrew Wolfe, twenty-four years old, is still in the hospital in serious condition.

Vigils across the state have occurred in their remembrance.

White House Call

The president said he’s proposed a White House visit for the loved ones of both soldiers of the state National Guard.

“I told them: ‘When you’re ready, because that’s a difficult moment, visit the White House. We’re going to honor her,” the president addressed reporters. “And in the same way with Andrew, whether he recovers or not.”

Community Support

Community members came together over the past few days at the high school in West Virginia to remember Beckstrom.

Both they had been serving with the military unit as part of Trump’s federal initiative to support public safety in DC.

Remembering Beckstrom

“She was the individual that instructors wished for. She behaved with calm resilience, a warm expression and a optimistic attitude that lifted people around her,” Hankins, the head of Beckstrom’s alma mater, stated to the media. “She was sweet, considerate and always ready to assist people.”

Memorial details for Sarah are in the process of planning.

Legal Measures and Policy Adjustments

Authorities have indicted a 29-year-old Afghan national with one count of homicide and charges of assault with intent to kill while armed.

The event led the administration to pause refugee claims and temporarily stop granting visas to possessors of travel documents.

Status of Wolfe

Wolfe, a resident of the city, enlisted in 2019 and is a 2019 graduate of Musselman High, according to the news agency.

He continues to receive treatment and is “in a critical fight”, West Virginia leader the governor stated on television.

Attorney general Bondi informed Fox News Sunday that she aimed to speak to his relatives.

Legacy of the Fallen Soldier

Sarah, from her hometown, completed her education from Webster County High in 2023 and began her service not long after, serving as a MP with distinction, according to the military.

“She had a lot of kindness and she definitely had fortitude,” Morrisey addressed the crowd at the memorial. “Though her life was cut short, she has made an impact that’s going to be remembered always.”