Two National Guardsmen Shot Near White House, Authorities Respond

Two National Guard soldiers were shot in Washington, D.C., on August 7, 2025, near the White House. The condition of the soldiers remains unclear as law enforcement officials have not publicly disclosed further details. Emergency vehicles responded promptly to the scene, indicating the seriousness of the incident.

The Joint DC Task Force confirmed that they were actively responding to an incident in the vicinity of the White House. Despite the ongoing situation, a spokesperson for the task force did not immediately confirm or deny whether any National Guard members had been injured. The Metropolitan Police Department is also on the scene, but has yet to provide additional information regarding the shooting. Authorities advised the public to avoid the area as investigations continue.

Local leaders are closely monitoring the situation. A spokesperson for Mayor Muriel Bowser stated that they are actively assessing the developments as they unfold. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump was at his golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida, at the time of the shooting. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed, “The White House is aware and actively monitoring this tragic situation. The President has been briefed.”

In recent months, hundreds of National Guard members have been deployed across the nation’s capital. This deployment follows President Trump’s emergency order issued in August 2025, which federalized the local police force and called in troops from several states to bolster security in the area.

As this is a breaking news story, updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The situation remains fluid and significant developments are expected in the coming hours.