- Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced the awarding of the Purple Heart to two West Virginia National Guard members.
- The recognition is given in response to an incident involving an ambush in Washington, DC.
- During the ambush, both National Guard members were shot by an Afghan national.
- Out of the two, one National Guard member was killed during the incident.
- The second National Guard member involved is currently recovering from the injuries sustained in the ambush.
- This gesture highlights the valor and sacrifice of the National Guard members involved.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/hegseth-says-national-guard-members-shot-dc-ambush-afghan-national-receive-purple-heart)
