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Former President Donald Trump revealed on Sunday that he has invited the loved ones of a Guard member tragically killed last week to attend the White House.

He noted that he conversed with her family and they were “deeply grieving”.

Details on the Tragic Event

Specialist Beckstrom, 20, was lost her life in a shooting on Wednesday in Washington DC.

Her fellow service member, Andrew Wolfe, 24, continues receiving treatment in critical condition.

Vigils across West Virginia have taken place in their remembrance.

White House Offer

The president stated he’s discussed a visit to the White House for the families of both individuals of the West Virginia Guard.

“I told them: ‘When you’re ready, because that’s a difficult moment, come to the White House. We’re going to recognize Sarah,” the president informed journalists. “And similarly with him, whether he recovers or not.”

Public Support

Mourners came together over the weekend at Webster County high school in the state to remember Beckstrom.

Both they had been serving with the state guard as part of the president’s federal initiative to aid law enforcement in Washington DC.

Honoring Beckstrom

“Sarah was the kind of student that educators wished for. She carried herself with inner fortitude, a warm expression and a upbeat demeanor that encouraged those around her,” the principal, the leader of Beckstrom’s previous school, told the Associated Press. “She was caring, caring and always willing to support those in need.”

Service details for Beckstrom are still being arranged.

Legal Measures and Policy Adjustments

Officials have accused a 29-year-old Afghan national with one count of murder and charges of attempted murder while armed.

The tragedy led the government to halt refugee claims and halt granting visas to holders of Afghan passports.

Condition of Andrew Wolfe

Andrew Wolfe, a native of Martinsburg, started his military career in February 2019 and is a graduate of Musselman High, as reported by the AP.

He is still undergoing care and is “fighting for his life”, the state’s leader the governor stated on Fox News Channel’s The Sunday Briefing.

Attorney general the attorney general informed a news show that she planned to speak to his relatives.

Memory of Beckstrom

Sarah, from her hometown, graduated from her high school in mid-2023 and joined the military shortly after, serving as a MP with honor, according to the military.

“She had a lot of compassion and she definitely had bravery,” the governor informed the gathering at the vigil. “Though her life was cut short, she has created a legacy that’s going to last forever.”