Morning Wire SPECIAL EDITION: National Guardsmen Shot in Suspected Terror Attack | 11.27.25
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Nov 27, 2025 A suspected terror attack has shaken the nation’s capital as two National Guardsmen are shot near the White House. The assailant, identified as an Afghan national residing in the U.S. illegally, raises questions about immigration policies. War Secretary Pete Hegseth condemns the attack, while Trump blames Operation Allies Welcome for the suspect's presence and vows to review admissions. Plans for deploying additional troops to enhance security in Washington are also discussed, emphasizing a strong stance against terror.
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Attack Characterized As Targeted Terror
- The attack in D.C. was framed as a targeted terrorist act against National Guardsmen serving near the White House.
- John Bickley reports officials identified the shooter as an Afghan national admitted under Operation Allies Welcome.
Guardsmen Shot Near White House
- John Bickley recounts that two West Virginia National Guardsmen were shot in the head and critically wounded.
- The suspect, Ramana Lalakanwal, was also critically wounded and taken into custody after the incident.
Operation Allies Welcome Under Scrutiny
- Authorities identified the suspect as a 29-year-old Afghan admitted during Operation Allies Welcome after the 2021 withdrawal.
- The program that resettled about 77,000 Afghans has been widely criticized and is now central to the debate over vetting and national security.