After attack on two West Virginia Guard troops, their hometowns question deployments

By Scott Neuman

Published December 5, 2025 at 4:57 AM EST

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After two West Virginia National Guard members were attacked while serving in D.C., some residents in the state are questioning President Trump's decision about deploying federal troops.

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Scott Neuman is a correspondent for NPR's Enterprise Desk, based in Washington, D.C.

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After attack on two West Virginia Guard troops, their hometowns question deployments

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