Guard Member Dies After Shooting Near White House
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Washington — An Afghan national shot two West Virginia National Guard members near the White House this week; officials said Thursday one of the service members died. Federal and local authorities have charged the suspect, who previously worked with the CIA, and opened a criminal investigation into the incident. The shooting occurred amid unrelated local incidents reported this week, including a tanker crash on I-95, a state audit alleging misuse of federal grant funds, and sports and community events. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Washington — An Afghan national shot two West Virginia National Guard members near the White House this week; officials said Thursday one of the service members died. Federal and local authorities have charged the suspect, who previously worked with the CIA, and opened a criminal investigation into the incident. The shooting occurred amid unrelated local incidents reported this week, including a tanker crash on I-95, a state audit alleging misuse of federal grant funds, and sports and community events. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. Monday: Players Era tournament begins, offering $1M NIL guarantees to teams.
- 2. Monday: Southern Illinois announces Jamen Sanders signing to 2026 men's golf class.
- 3. Tuesday: A tanker truck crashed and burned on I-95 in Chesterfield County, causing major travel delays.
- 4. This week: Iowa State Auditor released a special investigation finding a contractor mishandled federal grant funds.
- 5. Thursday: An Afghan national shot two West Virginia National Guard members near the White House; one later died and officials announced charges.
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