After attack on two West Virginia Guard troops, their hometowns question deployments

NPRFriday, December 5, 2025 at 9:57:24 AM
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After attack on two West Virginia Guard troops, their hometowns question deployments
  • Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were critically injured in a targeted shooting incident near the White House in Washington, D.C., on November 26, 2025. The attack, which occurred close to the Farragut West metro station, has raised concerns among residents in West Virginia regarding the deployment of federal troops under President Trump's orders.
  • The incident has sparked a wave of questioning and concern among the communities of the injured soldiers, as they grapple with the implications of military deployments in urban settings and the safety of their local service members.
  • This shooting incident highlights ongoing debates about the role of the National Guard in domestic operations, particularly in politically charged environments, and raises broader questions about national security, public safety, and the potential risks faced by service members in civilian contexts.
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