White House security
FBI Launches Terrorism Investigation After Afghan National Ambushes National Guard Soldiers Near White House
Nov 28, 2025 04:38 am CST
The FBI has initiated a full-scale terrorism investigation following an unprovoked attack near the White House where two National Guard soldiers were critically wounded by an Afghan national who previously worked with US forces. The 29-year-old suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, faces serious charges as authorities explore potential domestic and international connections in what officials described as an "ambush style" assault that disrupted Thanksgiving Day.
National Guard Members Shot Near White House: Latest on the Washington DC Attack
Nov 27, 2025 09:05 am CST
Two West Virginia National Guard soldiers were shot in a targeted attack near the White House, sparking investigation into the motive behind this brazen act of violence. The incident occurs amid controversial military deployment in DC ordered by the Trump administration to address crime concerns. Officials including FBI Director Kash Patel and President Trump have responded while investigators review surveillance footage to determine if the troops were specifically targeted.