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Former President Trump stated on Sunday that he has invited the loved ones of a National Guard member tragically killed last week to attend the executive mansion.

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

Information on the Devastating Incident

Specialist Beckstrom, 20, was killed in a attack on Wednesday in Washington DC.

Her comrade, Andrew Wolfe, twenty-four years old, remains hospitalized in serious condition.

Memorials across West Virginia have taken place in their honor.

Presidential Invitation

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

“I stated: ‘When you’re ready, because that’s a tough thing, come to the White House. We’re going to honor her,” the president addressed reporters. “And in the same way with Andrew, recover or not.”

Community Support

Community members gathered over the weekend at a local school in the state to remember Beckstrom.

Both they had been working with the military unit as part of the president’s national effort to aid policing efforts in DC.

Paying Tribute to the Soldier

“Sarah was the type of pupil that educators hoped for. She conducted herself with inner fortitude, a contagious smile and a upbeat demeanor that inspired those around her,” the principal, the principal of Beckstrom’s alma mater, stated to the Associated Press. “She was caring, caring and always ready to help others.”

Service arrangements for Sarah are in the process of planning.

Legal Actions and Policy Adjustments

Authorities have indicted a 29-year-old Afghan national with a charge of murder and two counts of attempted murder while carrying a weapon.

The tragedy prompted the administration to suspend refugee claims and cease providing entry permits to owners of travel documents.

Status of the Airman

Wolfe, a native of the city, began his service in 2019 and is a graduate of his local high school, per the news agency.

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

Attorney general the attorney general stated on Fox News Sunday that she aimed to speak to his relatives.

Memory of Sarah Beckstrom

Beckstrom, from Summersville, graduated from Webster County high school in mid-2023 and joined the military shortly after, serving as a military police officer with excellence, according to the state guard.

“She had a lot of kindness and she certainly had courage,” the governor informed the crowd at the service. “Though her life ended too soon, she has made an impact that’s going to last forever.”