The grim message behind deadly shootout at Washington

A shocking shooting occurred just blocks from the White House in Washington, DC, targeting two National Guard members. Unlike typical US mass shootings, this was a deliberate attack on elite forces responsible for domestic and overseas crises. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan immigrant who arrived under Operation Allies Welcome, was apprehended and injured. One guard member died, the other remains critical. The attack prompted President Trump to halt Afghan immigration and re-examine green cards from “countries of concern.” The FBI is investigating the incident as a potential act of terror. The shooting highlights the persistent threat of terrorism and the urgency to tighten US gun laws.