Man charged in killing of West Virginia guard member pleads not guilty to new charges

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the Afghan national accused of fatally shooting one West Virginia National Guard member and injuring another in Washington, D.C., has pleaded not guilty to an expanded indictment with 17 counts, including new charges that could result in the death penalty. The case underscores the gravity of the attack on U.S. military personnel and the federal government's intent to pursue the most severe penalties for such crimes. This legal development highlights the complexities and potential implications of terrorism charges, especially for non-citizens, in the context of national security and justice.