Guard and Police Team-Up in D. C. After Deadly Shooting

In the wake of a recent shooting near the White House, authorities in Washington, D. C. are considering a new strategy. They are thinking about having National Guard members work side by side with local police officers. This idea comes after a tragic event where two National Guard members were shot. One of them, Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, did not survive her injuries. The other, Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, is in critical condition. This plan is still in the works and might change. It's a shift from the usual approach since the National Guard arrived in D. C. in August. So far, they have mostly been stationed near parks and Metro stations, not working directly with the police. But now, with the recent violence, officials are looking for ways to better protect the community. The idea of having Guard members and police officers patrol together is still being discussed. No final decisions have been made yet. The White House and D. C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's office have not yet commented on this possible change. This situation raises questions about safety and security in the nation's capital. It also highlights the challenges of managing large-scale deployments of military personnel in urban areas. As the city navigates this complex issue, the focus remains on ensuring the safety of both the community and the troops.