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Suspect in custody after 2 National Guard members shot near the White House, police say
Two West Virginia National Guard members died in a shooting near the White House; the suspect is in custody and was also wounded, officials said.
- Two members of the US National Guard were shot near the White House and later died from their injuries, as confirmed by West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey.
- A suspect is in custody with severe injuries following the incident, according to local law enforcement.
- President Donald Trump stated that the suspect would 'pay a very steep price' for the attack and was briefed on the situation while in Florida.
- The White House was locked down during the shooting, and local law enforcement is collaborating with federal agents in the investigation.
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