What to know about the shooting of 2 National Guard troops in Washington, D.C.

Police in Washington, D.C., responded to the scene of a shooting Wednesday afternoon a few blocks from the White House, at 17th and I Street NW.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said two members of the National Guard were shot. She did not share information about their condition.

The Metropolitan Police Department said the crime scene was secured and that a suspect was in custody.

Police said the suspect was injured and was taken to a hospital.

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