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Former President Trump revealed on Sunday that he has invited the family of a Guard member fatally shot last week to visit the executive mansion.

He added that he spoke to her parents and they were “heartbroken”.

Details on the Tragic Incident

Specialist Beckstrom, 20, was lost her life in a violent incident on Wednesday in the nation's capital.

Her comrade, Andrew Wolfe, 24, continues receiving treatment in critical condition.

Gatherings across the state have taken place in their memory.

Presidential Offer

The president explained he’s discussed a visit to the White House for the loved ones of both members of the West Virginia Guard.

“I said: ‘When you’re ready, because that’s a hard experience, arrive at the White House. We’re going to recognize her,” the president informed journalists. “And in the same way with Andrew, no matter the outcome.”

Public Response

Community members gathered over the weekend at Webster County high school in the state to remember Sarah.

Both they had been fulfilling duties with the West Virginia National Guard as part of Trump’s national effort to aid law enforcement in Washington DC.

Honoring Sarah Beckstrom

“Sarah was the kind of student that instructors desired. She conducted herself with calm resilience, a bright grin and a positive energy that lifted people around her,” the principal, the principal of her alma mater, stated to the Associated Press. “She was sweet, caring and always willing to assist people.”

Memorial plans for Sarah are in the process of planning.

Judicial Measures and Government Revisions

Law enforcement have charged a 29-year-old Afghan national with one count of homicide and charges of attempted murder while armed.

The event caused the Trump administration to suspend refugee claims and cease granting entry permits to possessors of passports from Afghanistan.

Status of the Airman

Wolfe, a native of Martinsburg, began his service in February 2019 and is a graduate of his local high school, as reported by the Associated Press.

He is still undergoing care and is “fighting for his life”, West Virginia governor Morrisey mentioned on a news program.

Attorney general the attorney general informed Fox News Sunday that she aimed to visit his relatives.

Legacy of the Fallen Soldier

Beckstrom, from Summersville, completed her education from her high school in June 2023 and began her service not long after, working as a law enforcement officer with honor, per the military.

“She had a lot of goodness and she certainly had fortitude,” he addressed the crowd at the vigil. “Though her life lasted far too short, she has left a mark that’s going to be remembered always.”