Up First from NPR Targeted Attack On National Guard, Trump Case Dismissed, Russia Awaits Peace Terms
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Nov 27, 2025 
Kat Lonsdorf, NPR reporter, dives into the shocking shooting that left two National Guard members critically injured near the White House, revealing the suspect's connection to an Afghan resettlement program. Sam Greenglass discusses the surprising dismissal of Trump's election interference case in Georgia, shedding light on the prosecutor's reasoning and the potential political fallout. Charles Maines provides insights into U.S.-Russia peace negotiations, highlighting key developments in upcoming talks and the complex dynamics at play in the region.
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Guard Members Shot Near White House
- Two West Virginia National Guard members were critically wounded after a targeted shooting near the White House while on patrol.
- Kat Lonsdorf described rapid intervention by nearby guard members and uncertainty about who shot the suspect.
Afghan Parole Program Highlighted
- The suspected shooter arrived in the U.S. from Afghanistan under Operation Allies Welcome, highlighting screening and parole complexities.
- President Trump used the attack to call for re‑examining Afghan arrivals and ordered more National Guard troops to D.C.
D.C. Deployment Vs. Court Challenges
- Trump has deployed more than 2,000 National Guard troops to D.C. since August, a move enabled by presidential authority unique to D.C.
- Federal judges have blocked similar deployments elsewhere and a judge recently found the D.C. troop use unlawful pending appeal.