🚨 UPDATE ON TROOPER ANDREW WOLFE: Tonight, we finally get the news so many have been praying for: a real, hope-filled update straight from Andrew Wolfe’s mother. She says the neurologists are shocked in the best possible way. Andy is responding to stimuli. He’s opening his eyes.
He’s trying to move. All of this is happening even while doctors are keeping him sedated to protect his brain and spare him pain during recovery. The family also released a shocking statement about just how grave his true condition has been… Read the full update in the comments 👇👇
November 26, 2025 – 7:32 p.m. EST. Martinsburg, West Virginia. Linda Wolfe sits at her kitchen table, the glow of a single lamp casting shadows on her weary face. Her hands, rough from years of nursing shifts, clutch a worn notebook.
Linda, 52, a registered nurse at Berkeley Medical Center, has aged a decade in the past 96 hours. Her son, 24-year-old U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, lies in a coma at George Washington University Hospital.
The attack that changed everything happened at 10:47 p.m. on November 22. Andrew and fellow Guardsman Sarah Beckstrom, 20, were patrolling near Farragut Square Metro Station in D.C.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 32, an Afghan national with a grudge against the government, opened fire. Sarah died instantly. Andrew took three bullets: chest, arm, and head.
Doctors induced coma to reduce brain swelling. Bullet fragments near his spine threatened paralysis. Initial prognosis: 30% survival chance.
Linda’s voice trembles as she records the update video. “Andrew’s neurologists called at dawn. They’re shocked – the good kind of shocked. My boy is fighting back.”
She pauses, tears tracing lines down her cheeks. “He’s responding to voices. Squeezes my hand when I say ‘I love you.’ Even tried to lift his toes.”
Sedation continues to protect his brain from seizures and swelling. Pain meds keep him comfortable. Doctors plan taper in 48 hours if stable.
The family statement, released at 8:15 p.m., lays bare the horror: “For 72 hours, we held vigil beside machines beeping like accusations. Andrew coded twice. Brain scans showed 28% damage risk.”
It continues: “We saw our son, the boy who chased fireflies and dreamed of flying jets, reduced to wires and tubes. The grace now is beyond words.”
Social media ignites. #PrayForAndrew surges to 3.7 million posts in two hours. Strangers from Tokyo to Toronto light candles.
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey visits the hospital. “Andrew’s thumb squeeze this morning is a miracle,” he tells reporters. “West Virginia fights with him.”
The governor adds: “His mother asks for prayers. No visitors yet. But your love reaches him.”
Andrew enlisted in 2019, assigned to the 167th Airlift Wing. He deployed for D.C.’s “Safe and Beautiful Mission” to protect federal sites.
Suspect Lakanwal faces murder and attempted murder charges. Motive: radicalized online against U.S. policy. No prior record.
Beckstrom’s memorial draws 4,200. Her father Mark: “Sarah served with honor. She watches over Andrew now.”
Huntingdon College, Andrew’s alma mater, cancels finals. “James embodied our Hawk spirit,” President Lori S. Stinson says.
Owens played defensive line for the Hawks. 12 tackles, 3 sacks in 2024. Teammates: “He was our captain without the title.”
Chaplain Rhett Butler recalls baptism: “Andrew emerged from water with joy. He knew Jesus intimately.”
Linda shares a photo: Andrew’s hand in hers. “He knows Mama’s here. That’s our anchor.”
Global vigils light up. London VFW post: “To Andrew, from brothers in arms.” Sydney church: “Prayers across oceans.”
Doctors explain: “Sedation buys time for healing. Toe movement shows spinal signals firing.”
Prognosis guarded: “Young age helps. But head trauma unpredictable. Week by week.”
Family prepares. Siblings record songs. “Big bro, wake up to our playlist.”
WV National Guard: “Andrew’s resilience inspires. Benefits cover all costs.”
Vets share: “James checked on everyone. His light still shines.”
Pompano Beach high school retires jersey. Coach: “Andrew dreamed big. Guard was his calling.”
College memorial fund: $450,000 raised. Scholarships for aviation majors.
Ravens donate $75,000. Harbaugh: “Andrew’s fight mirrors our grit.”
NFLPA: “Strength to Wolfe family. Warriors never alone.”
Huntingdon weight room renamed. “Owens Iron Will Center” opens spring.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey: “James was Southern steel. Praying for full recovery.”
Neighborhood vigil: 200 neighbors. Candles form a heart. “Andrew comes home.”
Linda reads letters: “You’re our hero.” Records for Andrew’s playback.
Doctors: “Brain activity up 22%. Sedation taper December 5 if no seizures.”
Family faith: Group prayers. Church: “God’s plan unfolds.”
UN Secretary: “Thoughts with Guardsman Wolfe’s family.”
European leaders: “Solidarity with West Virginia’s son.”
WV flags half-staff until stable. Assembly: “Wolfe Courage Resolution.”
Fundraisers: $1.8 million. Medical, therapy, family support.
Teammates visit: “James motivated us. We’ll motivate him.”
Pompano roots: Overcame poverty. Mom Angela: three jobs.
High school All-State. Huntingdon for faith, business major.
Final game: 3 TFLs. “Vintage James,” says coach.
Crash: Highway 82, clear skies. En route to meeting.
Memorial site: Flowers, jerseys. “Rest easy, warrior.”
Ravens tribute: Helmet “JEO” decals. Warm-ups special.
Bible verse plaque: Philippians 4:13. “All things through Christ.”
Church services: Baptism story shared. “Purpose lived.”
Global vigils: Tokyo, Sydney. “Strength for Wolfe.”
Doctors optimistic: “Youth, fitness aid recovery.”
Linda’s words: “My boy will run. Watch us fight.”
World watches. Andrew battles. Hope eternal.
