West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey, a Republican, said he and his wife were "devastated" to hear the news. (Luke Sharrett/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Both of West Virginia's two Republican Senators also chimed in, offering thoughts and prayers but did not shed any additional details. Additionally, Democrats from the state expressed messages of support as well.
"Tonight, our hearts are heavy for the two members of the West Virginia National Guard shot in Washington, D.C.," West Virginia Democratic Party Chairman, Del. Mike Pushkin, D-Kanawha, told Fox News. "This cowardly and tragic act of violence should never happen in this country and our hearts grieve for the families who are dealing with this senseless tragedy. This tragedy transcends party lines. Two families will now have to spend Thanksgiving in agony for their loved ones, who did nothing wrong and answered their call of duty. We honor these soldiers’ service, sacrifice, and courage. We hope and pray for the best. These young men, and their brothers and sisters in uniform represent the very best of us and the very best of West Virginia."
Democrats outside West Virginia spoke up as well, including some of the party's top national leaders, such as Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who slammed "political violence" in his response, despite no confirmed reports about a motive.
Police officers secure the area with crime scene tape after a shooting in downtown Washington, Nov. 26, 2025. (Drew Angerer/AFP via Getty Images)
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It remains unclear who fired the shot that wounded the suspect, and the individual has not yet been identified.
Fox News Digital's Alexandra Koch contributed to this report.
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