House Resolution Honors National Guardsmen Sarah Beckstrom and Andrew Wolfe

Honoring Service and Sacrifice

• 🇺🇸 The House of Representatives advanced a resolution to honor United States Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and United States Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolf.
• 🎯 Both guardsmen were tragically shot in Washington D.C. on November 26, 2025, in what is described as a targeted assault against service members.

Specialist Sarah Beckstrom's Legacy

• 💔 Specialist Beckstrom, 20 years old, succumbed to her injuries on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025.
• 🎓 An excellent student and dedicated guardsman, she graduated with honors and joined the West Virginia National Guard shortly after.
• 🧠 In her civilian life, she worked as a community engagement specialist at a behavioral health clinic, providing mental health and substance abuse treatment.
• 🌟 She volunteered to extend her deployment in Washington D.C. and is remembered for her selfless service and sacrifice.

Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolf's Recovery

• ✈️ Staff Sergeant Wolf, 24 years old, is recovering from severe gunshot wounds sustained in the same attack.
• 🛠️ In his civilian role, he worked as a lineman for Frontier Communications, bringing connectivity to communities.
• 🙏 He voluntarily requested to continue his mission in D.C. through the holidays and is now in rehabilitation, showing steady improvement.

National Guard and Community Impact

• 🛡️ Both Beckstrom and Wolf are highlighted as representing the best of the nation, embodying selfless service and duty.
• 🤝 The resolution acknowledges their dedication not only to their communities and state but also to the nation.
• 👏 First responders, law enforcement, and fellow National Guard members are commended for their quick and courageous actions during the incident.

A Call for Unity and Remembrance

• 🇺🇸 The resolution emphasizes the importance of individuals willing to serve and sacrifice for the principles of the Constitution, freedom, and liberty.
• 🙏 Colleagues expressed deep grief and offered prayers for Beckstrom's family and for Wolf's continued recovery.
• 🕊️ The House agreed to House Resolution 923, formally honoring the service and sacrifice of these two West Virginia National Guard members.