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Trump's Thanksgiving Marred by Shooting Involving Afghan Refugee

11/29/2025

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A shooting in Washington involving two National Guard members overshadowed U.S. President Donald Trump's Thanksgiving events at Mar-a-Lago.
Trump announced the death of Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, describing her as savagely attacked, and said the other victim is in critical condition.
The suspect was identified as an Afghan refugee, provoking backlash from Trump administration officials who criticized Biden refugee policies and announced vetting guidance for immigrants from 19 high-risk countries.

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A shooting in Washington involving two National Guard members overshadowed U.S. President Donald Trump's Thanksgiving events at Mar-a-Lago.
Trump announced the death of Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, describing her as savagely attacked, and said the other victim is in critical condition.
The suspect was identified as an Afghan refugee, provoking backlash from Trump administration officials who criticized Biden refugee policies and announced vetting guidance for immigrants from 19 high-risk countries.