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Update on Andrew Wolfe As of December 12, 2025, Wolfe remains hospitalized in Washington, D.C., but his trajectory is described as a “Christmas miracle” by the National Guard and family. He’s more mobile on his right side, sitting in a chair for hours, and engaging non-verbally in ways that comfort loved ones. Doctors note his progress exceeds expectations, though challenges like speech recovery and long-term rehab lie ahead. The family, led by Melody’s public updates on Facebook and videos with Guard officials, credits widespread prayers from across the U.S.—including from President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi, who visited and called his gains “amazing.” Public sentiment on X echoes this hope, with calls for continued prayers amid outrage over Rep. Bennie Thompson’s remark labeling the shooting an “unfortunate accident” (condemned by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem as a “terrorist attack”). A memorial for Beckstrom and Wolfe grows at the site, symbolizing national gratitude for Guardsmen. Wolfe’s resilience has inspired tributes, with his mother urging kindness toward service members: “Give them a smile and nod—it would make Andy and Sarah happy.” For real-time updates, follow the West Virginia National Guard or Melody Wolfe’s social media. Prayers and support continue to fuel what many call a faith-driven comeback. Date, Key Milestones, Source Nov 26–30, 2025 Placed in critical condition post-surgery; fever managed with medication. Initial unresponsiveness, but family reports he was “fighting very hard.” West Virginia National Guard; Gov. Patrick Morrisey Dec 1–2, 2025 Shows first “positive signs”: responds to commands (thumbs-up to nurses), wiggles toes, tracks movement with eyes. Remains in serious but stable condition. Gov. Morrisey: “He’s slowly healing.” CBS News; CNN Dec 4–6, 2025 Head wound “slowly healing”; more alert and “looking like himself.” Begins limited physical therapy: sits on bed edge, lifts head, reaches for hands, supports himself. Expected 2–3 more weeks in acute care. Mother: “Coming along well, surpassing expectations.” NBC News; WOWK-TV Dec 8–9, 2025 Breathes independently (off ventilator); stands twice with assistance; drinks from a cup. Comforts his mother by patting her head. Adjutant Gen. Jim Seward: “Non-verbal communication increasing — daily miracles.” President Trump: “He got up from bed… incredible signs of recovery.” WSAZ; Fox News; 7News Dec 10–11, 2025 Completes first full physical therapy session: sits up, straightens back, raises head. Smiles at family photos, shakes head slightly, enhanced responsiveness. Mother: “His recovery is miraculous… God is so good! He’s going to make a full recovery.” WSAZ; WOWK-TV; The Hill Dec 12, 2025 (latest) Steady progress in rehab; focus shifting to intensive therapy for full mobility and speech (still not verbal). Family asks for continued prayers. West Virginia National Guard; family social-media updates; X posts