DC shooting suspect identified
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Afghan Rahmanullah Lakanwal had a comfortable life and a cozy apartment in Washington state, but allegedly returned the favor by opening fire on two National Guard troops protecting Washington, DC.
Officials provided an update on the investigation into a shooting in Washington, D.C., where two National Guard members were allegedly targeted by 29-year-old Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal. The suspect faces several charges of assault with intent to kill while armed.
After the alleged shooter was identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal — a 29-year-old Afghan national — Trump said he would permanently shut down immigration from impoverished countries.
Trump also paused migration from “all Third World Countries” after the shooting of National Guard members in DC.