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Former President Donald Trump revealed on Sunday that he has extended an invitation the relatives of a National Guard member killed last week to attend the White House.

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

Information on the Tragic Incident

Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, was fatally shot in a attack on Wednesday in the nation's capital.

Her comrade, US air force staff Sgt Andrew Wolfe, twenty-four years old, continues receiving treatment in critical condition.

Vigils across West Virginia have taken place in their remembrance.

Presidential Invitation

The president said he’s proposed a White House visit for the parents of both individuals of the state National Guard.

“I said: ‘When you’re ready, because that’s a difficult moment, come to the White House. We’re going to pay tribute to her,” Trump informed reporters. “And in the same way with Andrew, whether he recovers or not.”

Public Support

Community members assembled over the past few days at the high school in the state to pay respects to Beckstrom.

Both she and Wolfe had been serving with the military unit as part of the president’s government program to aid public safety in DC.

Paying Tribute to Beckstrom

“She was the individual that teachers hoped for. She conducted herself with quiet strength, a contagious smile and a upbeat demeanor that lifted people around her,” Jarrod Hankins, the head of Beckstrom’s former high school, informed the media. “She was caring, caring and always ready to assist people.”

Memorial plans for Beckstrom are in the process of planning.

Legal Actions and Policy Adjustments

Authorities have accused a 29-year-old Afghan national with a charge of first-degree murder and two counts of violent assault while armed.

The incident led the Trump administration to pause asylum processing and cease providing entry permits to holders of travel documents.

Condition of Andrew Wolfe

The airman, a resident of the city, began his service in early 2019 and is a graduate of Musselman High, according to the news agency.

He continues to receive treatment and is “fighting for his life”, West Virginia leader Patrick Morrisey mentioned on television.

Attorney general Pam Bondi informed a news show that she also intended to meet with his relatives.

Impact of the Fallen Soldier

Sarah, from her hometown, graduated from Webster County High in June 2023 and began her service not long after, working as a MP with honor, per the state guard.

“She had a lot of compassion and she absolutely had courage,” the governor told the audience at the service. “Though her life lasted far too short, she has left a mark that’s going to endure.”