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Former President Trump stated on the weekend that he has extended an invitation the family of a Guard member tragically killed last week to visit the presidential home.

He added that he contacted her family and they were “devastated”.

Background on the Heartbreaking Incident

US army specialist Beckstrom, 20, was fatally shot in a violent incident on last Wednesday in the nation's capital.

Her comrade, Andrew Wolfe, twenty-four years old, continues receiving treatment in grave state.

Gatherings across the state have occurred in their remembrance.

White House Invitation

The commander-in-chief explained he’s proposed a meeting at the presidential residence for the parents of both soldiers of the West Virginia National Guard.

“I stated: ‘When you’re ready, because that’s a hard experience, arrive at the White House. We’re going to recognize her,” Trump told journalists. “And similarly with him, whether he recovers or not.”

Public Support

Attendees gathered over the past few days at a local school in the state to pay respects to Sarah.

Both the soldiers had been serving with the West Virginia National Guard as part of Trump’s government program to assist law enforcement in DC.

Remembering Sarah Beckstrom

“Sarah was the kind of student that instructors desired. She carried herself with quiet strength, a contagious smile and a upbeat demeanor that encouraged people around her,” Hankins, the leader of her previous school, stated to the press. “She was caring, caring and always eager to assist people.”

Service plans for Sarah are in the process of planning.

Judicial Steps and Government Changes

Officials have indicted a twenty-nine-year-old individual from Afghanistan with a charge of first-degree murder and charges of violent assault while armed.

The incident led the administration to halt asylum applications and cease issuing entry permits to holders of Afghan passports.

Condition of the Airman

The airman, a native of the city, began his service in February 2019 and is a 2019 graduate of his local high school, according to the AP.

He remains under medical supervision and is “in a critical fight”, the state’s leader the governor said on a news program.

The state’s top lawyer Pam Bondi informed a news show that she planned to visit Wolfe’s family.

Legacy of the Fallen Soldier

Beckstrom, from her hometown, completed her education from Webster County High in June 2023 and began her service not long after, serving as a military police officer with distinction, according to the state guard.

“She had a lot of compassion and she certainly had courage,” the governor addressed the crowd at the service. “Though her life ended too soon, she has left a mark that’s going to be remembered always.”