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President Trump stated on the weekend that he has extended an invitation the relatives of a Guard member tragically killed last week to visit the White House.

He noted that he contacted her parents and they were “devastated”.

Background on the Tragic Event

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

Her fellow service member, Staff Sgt Andrew Wolfe, 24, continues receiving treatment in critical condition.

Gatherings across West Virginia have occurred in their honor.

Presidential Call

The president explained he’s talked about a meeting at the presidential residence for the loved ones of both individuals of the West Virginia National Guard.

“I said: ‘When you’re ready, because that’s a difficult moment, visit the White House. We’re going to recognize Sarah,” Trump informed journalists. “And likewise with him, no matter the outcome.”

Public Response

Community members came together over the past few days at the high school in the state to pay respects to Beckstrom.

Both they had been working with the West Virginia National Guard as part of the president’s federal initiative to support law enforcement in Washington DC.

Honoring Beckstrom

“She was the individual that teachers wished for. She behaved with inner fortitude, a bright grin and a positive energy that encouraged people around her,” the principal, the principal of Beckstrom’s alma mater, told the Associated Press. “She was caring, considerate and always eager to help others.”

Funeral arrangements for Beckstrom are in the process of planning.

Legal Measures and Government Revisions

Officials have indicted a 29-year-old suspect with a charge of homicide and charges of assault with intent to kill while carrying a weapon.

The event prompted the government to pause asylum applications and temporarily stop granting entry permits to owners of travel documents.

Status of the Airman

The airman, a resident of the city, enlisted in early 2019 and is a 2019 graduate of his local high school, per the news agency.

He continues to receive treatment and is “battling to survive”, West Virginia leader Patrick Morrisey mentioned on a news program.

Attorney general Pam Bondi stated on Fox News Sunday that she aimed to visit the family.

Memory of Beckstrom

Sarah, from her hometown, completed her education from Webster County High in 2023 and joined the military shortly after, serving as a law enforcement officer with distinction, according to the West Virginia National Guard.

“She had a lot of goodness and she definitely had bravery,” he addressed the gathering at the vigil. “Though her time was cut short, she has created a legacy that’s going to be remembered always.”