National Guard Shooting Probed as Possible Act of Terrorism Near White House
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The FBI is investigating a shooting that critically wounded two National Guard members near the White House as a possible act of international terrorism. The attack, which occurred on November 26, forced lockdowns at multiple government buildings and has left the nation in shock. According to authorities, the suspect, identified as 29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, opened fire on the troops while they were on patrol. The assailant was quickly apprehended by another guardsman, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, but officials have confirmed that the suspect had connections to Afghanistan and had entered the US in 2021 through Operation Allies Welcome. The incident has sparked a broad investigation, with the FBI probing the suspect's background and potential associates. The US plans to charge the suspect with terrorism, and Attorney General Pam Bondi has vowed to take swift action. President Donald Trump has also weighed in on the incident, calling for the reinvestigation of all Afghan refugees who came to the US under the Biden administration. The shooting has raised concerns about national security and the vetting process for refugees. The incident has also led to a renewed debate about the deployment of National Guard troops in the nation's capital, with some questioning the legality of the deployment. The White House has confirmed that the President has been briefed on the situation, and authorities are working to determine the extent of the suspect's involvement in the attack.
