Two National Guard Members Shot Near White House as Witkoff–Russia Controversy Grows
Two members of the National Guard were shot in downtown Washington, D.C., on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a swift response from security agencies just blocks away from the White House. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed the incident, which occurred shortly after 2 p.m., though the condition of the injured guardsmen had not been disclosed at the time of filing this report.
Shooting Sparks Security Concerns in Nation’s Capital
According to journalists in Washington, the Metropolitan Police Department immediately cordoned off the area and opened an active investigation.
Akahi News gathered that authorities are yet to reveal the motive or identify any suspects connected to the shooting.
The incident comes amid heightened security monitoring as major political developments continue to unfold across the United States.
Trump Envoy Steve Witkoff Faces Scrutiny Over Reported Contact With Russian Official
Meanwhile, President Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, is facing criticism following reports that he advised a Russian official on how President Vladimir Putin might approach Trump during ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the war in Ukraine.
While the report has sparked debate across political circles, Trump defended his envoy, describing the communication as part of routine diplomatic engagement over proposed peace terms.
Akahi News learnt that the White House has not issued a detailed comment on the matter, but Republicans on Capitol Hill have expressed scepticism about the proposal itself, with some lawmakers calling instead for tougher sanctions on Russia.
Ukraine Signals Progress on Proposed Peace Terms
In a significant development, Ukrainian authorities indicated on Tuesday that they had agreed to the “core terms” of a potential deal under discussion.
Observers noted that if the proposed agreement gains traction, Republican lawmakers—despite early reservations—may eventually support its implementation.
Analysts say the situation remains fluid, with both diplomatic pressure and internal political debates shaping the ongoing negotiations.
Georgia Prosecutor Drops 2020 Case Against Trump
In a separate development, a Georgia prosecutor earlier on Wednesday dropped a criminal case connected to the 2020 election involving President Trump. Details of the decision are expected to be clarified in an official statement from the state’s judiciary.
Trump Spending Thanksgiving at Mar-a-Lago
President Trump is currently at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida, for the Thanksgiving holiday and has no public events scheduled.
Security agencies remain on high alert following the shooting incident in Washington, while national attention continues to focus on the evolving diplomatic efforts between Washington, Moscow, and Kyiv.
By Joseph Iyaji | Akahi News
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