US troops
President Trump Confirms Death of National Guard Member Sarah Beckstrom in White House Shooting Incident
Nov 28, 2025 09:08 am CST
US President Donald Trump has announced the death of National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom, who was shot near the White House, while another soldier remains critically injured. Trump shared the news during a Thanksgiving video call with troops, describing Beckstrom as a "highly respected, young, magnificent person."
NATO Downplays U.S. Troop Reduction in Eastern Europe as Strategic Adjustment
Oct 29, 2025 07:56 pm CST
NATO officials have confirmed being notified in advance about U.S. plans to reduce troops along the alliance's eastern flank, describing it as a standard adjustment while emphasizing that America's military presence in Europe remains stronger than pre-2022 levels despite concerns from allies about potential Russian aggression.