Trump honors National Guard members shot in Washington

[mahatmakanejeeves]

I know this is of no importance, but isn't a Purple Heart awarded after injuries sustained in combat? Wikipedia:

Awarded for
"Being wounded or killed in any action against an enemy of the United States or as a result of an act of any such enemy or opposing armed forces"

I concede that this guard members sustained grievous injuries, one dying. but not as the result of an enemy action.

Trump honors National Guard members shot in Washington

The Associated Press
February 24, 2026, 11:36 PM



WASHINGTON (AP) — Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, who survived a gunshot wound to the head while patrolling with the National Guard in Washington last year, was presented the Purple Heart medal during Trump’s State of the Union address on Tuesday.

Trump honored Wolfe and his colleague, U.S. Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom during his speech, before pausing so Gen. James Seward, head of the West Virginia National Guard, could pin the medal on Wolfe’s civilian suit.

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[Abnredleg]

1. They can be awarded for terrorist attacks

And were awarded for the 2009 Fort Hood and the 2015 Chattanooga shootings.

[mahatmakanejeeves]

2. Thanks for adding that. And good morning. NT