DC Shooter Fact Sheet

The recent attack on National Guardsmen in DC was horrific, senseless, and heartbreaking. Our thoughts are with their family, their loved ones, and the entire Guard community as they grieve an unimaginable loss. There must be full accountability for this violence, and nothing in our mission or our values excuses or minimizes it.

It is essential to be clear: one individual’s actions do not represent an entire people. The Afghan community—both here in the United States and around the world—continues to be defined by its resilience, service, and deep commitment to rebuilding their lives in safety. AfghanEvac stands firmly with our allies, and we reject any attempt to use this tragedy to stigmatize families who have already endured more hardship than most Americans will ever know.

The fact sheet below provides accurate, up-to-date information to help ground public conversation in facts rather than fear, and to ensure that veterans, volunteers, partners, and policymakers have the context they need at this difficult moment.