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Gunman Attacks Near White House; Two Guardsmen Injured

11/27/2025

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A shooter opened fire near the White House at Farragut West metro station, critically injuring two West Virginia National Guardsmen.
The suspect, an Afghan national, is in custody and has been charged with assaulting a federal officer.
U.S. President Donald Trump condemned the attack and ordered the deployment of 500 additional troops.
Local law enforcement is collaborating with Homeland Security in the investigation.

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Story summary

A shooter opened fire near the White House at Farragut West metro station, critically injuring two West Virginia National Guardsmen.
The suspect, an Afghan national, is in custody and has been charged with assaulting a federal officer.
U.S. President Donald Trump condemned the attack and ordered the deployment of 500 additional troops.
Local law enforcement is collaborating with Homeland Security in the investigation.