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Today, Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at approximately 2:15 p.m. (EST) two West Virginia National Guard soldiers were shot just a few blocks from the White House in Washington, D.C. The attack happened while they were on patrol. As of this writing, (6 p.m. EST). It was estimated that about 15 shots were reported.
FBI Director Kash Patel spoke to reporters along with D.C.
Patel said the two soldiers are still in critical condition in the hospital. Earlier, West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey had wrongly said the soldiers had died. At this moment, it has been speculated that both soldiers are dead, and it was also reported that a civilian was also shot and their condition is unknown.
Reagan International Airport has flight delays and people have been told to hunker down. At this time, the situation has been changed and restrictions have been loosened.
At the news conference, D.C. police official Jeffery Carroll and Mayor Bowser said the shooting was targeted. Carroll explained that the gunman "immediately" opened fire on the soldiers.The Guardsmen were walking on a highly visible patrol near 17th and H Street NW. Carroll said the suspect came around the corner, raised his arm with a gun, and started shooting at the National Guard members.
Other Guardsmen nearby heard the shots, rushed over, tackled the suspect, and arrested him.The suspect, whose name has not been released yet, was also shot during the struggle. He was taken to a hospital for treatment, Carroll said. he is described as an overweight, dark bearded man,
At the news conference, D.C. police official Jeffery Carroll and Mayor Bowser said the shooting was targeted. Carroll explained that the gunman "immediately" opened fire on the soldiers.The Guardsmen were walking on a highly visible patrol near 17th and H Street NW. Carroll said the suspect came around the corner, raised his arm with a gun, and started shooting at the National Guard members.
Other Guardsmen nearby heard the shots, rushed over, tackled the suspect, and arrested him.The suspect, whose name has not been released yet, was also shot during the struggle. He was taken to a hospital for treatment, Carroll said. he is described as an overweight, dark bearded man,
West Virginia Republican Party Chairman Delegate Josh Holstein, who is 24 years old, said the whole state is "outraged and devastated" by the shooting.
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Holstein called it a "heinous" and "cowardly" act. He said it was not just an attack on the soldiers who serve, but "an attack on our state and on the very values that hold this country together."
Holstein thanked police officers and service members who “selflessly put their lives on the line” every day to keep people safe.
"West Virginia stands united behind our National Guard, our military, and our law enforcement officers who embody courage and sacrifice in the face of danger," Holstein said.
He asked everyone in West Virginia to pray for the injured soldiers and their families. He also said the people responsible must be held fully accountable.
"The strength and spirit of our state and our nation are far greater than any act of violence," he added.
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In a statement to Fox News Digital, Holstein called it a "heinous" and "cowardly" act. He said it was not just an attack on the soldiers who serve, but "an attack on our state and on the very values that hold this country together."
Holstein thanked police officers and service members who “selflessly put their lives on the line” every day to keep people safe.
"West Virginia stands united behind our National Guard, our military, and our law enforcement officers who embody courage and sacrifice in the face of danger," Holstein said.
He asked everyone in West Virginia to pray for the injured soldiers and their families. He also said the people responsible must be held fully accountable.
"The strength and spirit of our state and our nation are far greater than any act of violence," he added.
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