A shooting on Wednesday, November 26, left two National Guard soldiers wounded in downtown Washington near 17th and I Street NW, just blocks from the White House.
Shootout in Downtown Washington
On Wednesday, November 26, a shooting occurred in downtown Washington. According to a statement from Security Secretary Kristi Noem, two National Guard members were shot. Columbia District police urged residents to avoid the vicinity of the incident, saying the area was secured and at least one suspect had been arrested. No details have been released regarding the injuries or the motive. The incident took place near 17th and I Street NW, only a few blocks from the most protected zones of the U.S. capital.
President Informed
Press secretary for U.S. President Donald Trump, Karoline Leavitt, alerted that he has received all information about the incident. “The White House is aware of this tragic situation and is actively monitoring it,” Leavitt said in a statement. National Guard soldiers were deployed in the capital as part of Trump’s anti‑crime policy. American media noted that the presence of soldiers on the streets was intended to guarantee security, yet the opposite occurred.
Possible Attack on the White House
The Associated Press reported that the attack took place near the White House. According to an unofficial source within the services, both officers are in critical condition.
Article Updated
Information revised after new data became available.