Shots Fired Near White House During Trump Presence

Tension gripped Washington after a major gunfire incident near the White House created panic across the high security zone. Two people were reportedly shot during an encounter involving the United States Secret Service on Saturday evening. At the time of the incident, Donald Trump was reportedly present inside the White House complex.

According to officials, an armed suspect opened fire near a security checkpoint close to 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. Secret Service officers immediately responded and returned fire to control the situation.

The suspect was seriously injured in the exchange and shifted to George Washington Hospital. Reports also confirmed that a bystander was hit during the firing, while no Secret Service personnel suffered injuries.

The White House complex was briefly placed under lockdown as security teams rushed journalists and staff members into protected areas. Several reporters present near the spot described hearing multiple rounds of gunfire within seconds.

The FBI and local police have now joined the investigation along with the Secret Service. Officials are trying to determine the motive behind the attack and whether the suspect had any specific target in mind.