A shocking attack shook Washington DC on Wednesday, 26 November 2025. Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot in broad daylight just a few blocks from the White House. The attack, described by authorities as deliberate, sparked chaos in the US capital and immediate reactions from the country’s top officials. The suspect was shot and arrested on the spot, and the injured soldiers are currently in critical condition in hospital.
The attack: A deliberate strike in the city centre
The incident occurred around 2:00 p.m. local time (8:00 p.m. Polish time) near the Farragut West metro station, at the intersection of 17th and H Streets NW, just two buildings from the White House. According to witnesses, an unknown man approached two uniformed soldiers on patrol and opened fire. One of the soldiers returned fire, leading to an exchange of gunfire.
FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed that it was a “deliberate attack on our heroes in uniform”. The motive remains unknown, but investigators are analysing camera footage and questioning witnesses. The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, was shot by law enforcement and taken to hospital. No other victims were reported, and the area was quickly secured by the FBI, ATF and Secret Service.
The victims' condition: Conflicting reports and the governor's correction
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey initially announced that both soldiers had been killed in the attack. However, he soon retracted this statement, explaining that his office had received conflicting information. The latest reports indicate that both victims are in critical condition and fighting for their lives in local hospitals. “We are receiving conflicting reports, but we remain in contact with federal authorities,” Morrisey said.
Vice President JD Vance called for prayers for the victims, stressing that the incident is a reminder of the risks soldiers take. The National Guard has been patrolling the streets of Washington since August 2025 as part of a security operation launched by President Donald Trump.
Official reactions: Calls to strengthen security
President Donald Trump, who is in Florida for the Thanksgiving holiday, called the perpetrator an “animal” who “will pay a very high price”. He announced the deployment of an additional 500 National Guard members to the capital to strengthen protection. Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser said the city is cooperating with federal agencies and monitoring the situation.
During a press conference, Patel stressed that the attack was aimed at soldiers, but the motive is still being investigated.
Context and implications: Political tensions in the background
This attack on National Guard soldiers raises concerns against the backdrop of political tensions and heightened alert in the US. Witnesses describe panic: “We heard shots, people were running in chaos,” one of them recalled. The incident has become a topic of heated discussion on social media, where speculation and calls for prayer are appearing.
According to sources on X, this is what the attacker looks like:
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