Family of Murdered Intern Speaks Out
Angela Tarpinian Yachim, sister of Eric Tarpinian Yachim, a murdered Republican intern, appeared on Fox News’ Jesse Watters Primetime on Monday. She expressed gratitude to President Donald Trump for taking action against crime in Washington, D.C., and brought attention to recent crime victims in the city.
During a press conference, Trump announced the deployment of the National Guard to the capital to address rising crime rates. When Angela was asked by guest host Brian Kilmeade about Trump’s decision and his acknowledgment of her brother’s case, she responded, “It was very moving that it took him a while to mention my brother and all the other victims affected by the DC crime. I am grateful to the president for mentioning him and all of them.” She emphasized that her brother—and all victims—are more than just statistics, saying, “They are humans. They are brothers, interns, coworkers, friends, Godsons, grandchildren.”
Reports indicate that Tarpinian, 21, was not the intended target when he exited a vehicle and fired at a group near Mount Vernon Square Metro station. Sadly, he was struck in the abdomen, which ultimately led to his death.
While speaking with Kilmeade, Angela reflected on the profound impact of her brother’s tragic end: “To be honest, I still can’t believe it. It’s like a living nightmare.” She highlighted the ordinary nature of life for many young people, mentioning, “We should be able to go out and have dinner, go to McDonald’s, get home, and be safe. 10:30 is still a normal time for many young people.”
Angela added, “It was quick and it’s hard to wrap your head around. It happened to my brother, but it could happen to other interns and others. We need to step up as a nation.” She expressed that reducing crime should not be a partisan issue, urging a united effort to tackle the problem.
Tarpinian Yachim’s death occurred shortly after two staff members from the Israeli Embassy were injured in a shooting near the D.C. Capital Jewish Museum. Trump has continuously voiced concerns about crime in the city, suggesting the need for National Guard intervention. Although Democratic officials cite a 35% drop in crime rates for 2024, some argue that local police data doesn’t represent the full scope of violence, excluding serious crimes like felony and aggravated assault.
