The Lead with Jake Tapper Police: Suspect Apparently Targeted National Guard Troops
Nov 27, 2025
In this deep dive, Andrew McCabe, former FBI deputy director, shares critical counterterrorism insights after a targeted attack on two National Guardsmen in D.C. alongside Senator Jim Justice, who expresses heartfelt concern for the injured troops and discusses potential military responses. They analyze the investigation's progress, the suspect's identification, and implications for national security. McCabe emphasizes the need for interagency cooperation, while Justice highlights the importance of troop safety amidst this troubling incident.
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Deliberate Ambush Near The White House
- The shooting was described as a deliberate ambush targeting uniformed National Guard members near the White House.
- Multiple agencies including the FBI are leading a federal investigation because federal personnel were targeted.
West Virginia Officials React With Outrage
- J.B. McCuskey said West Virginia Guardsmen volunteered over Thanksgiving and expressed outrage at the attack.
- He vowed the governor and state would pursue justice and called for prayers for the families.
Camera Network Enables Rapid Reconstruction
- Investigators used surveillance video showing the shooter coming around a corner, firing, and being subdued by other Guardsmen.
- Dense CCTV and transit cameras in D.C. let investigators rapidly trace movement and reconstruct motive possibilities.