December 22nd, 2025 by WCBC Radio

Governor Patrick Morrisey of West Virginia has officially requested the honor of the Purple Heart medal for two National Guardsmen shot while on duty in Washington D.C.  Morrisey said their actions on that tragic day meet the highest and clearest standards for the Purple Heart, a decoration that recognizes those wounded or killed in action against an enemy or during a hostile or terrorist act…

   

“Specialist Beckstrom was killed in action while serving her country. She made the ultimate sacrifice defending the freedoms we all hold dear. Her courage, her selflessness, and her devotion represent the very best of West Virginia. We’ve also requested that the same honor be bestowed to Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, who served alongside her that day.”