White House Under Lockdown Two National Guard Members Shot In Washington

2025-11-26 03:21:24

(MENAFN- Live Mint) The White House is under lockdown after two National guard members were shot in Washington.

In a post on X, US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said that two members of the National Guard were shot in Washington. However, she gave no other information.

“Please join me in praying for the two National Guardsmen who were just shot moments ago in Washington DC. @DHSgov is working with local law enforcement to gather more information,” said Noem.

Police in Washington separately said there was a shooting one block from the White House, but gave no other details.

“The scene is secured. One suspect is in custody,” said the Washington Metropolitan Police Department said in a social media post.

President Donald Trump was at his West Palm Beach golf course when the shooting took place.

“The White House is aware and actively monitoring this tragic situation. The President has been briefed,” said White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

Emergency vehicles were seen responding to the area and at least one helicopter landed on the National Mall, reported AP.

President Donald Trump was at his West Palm Beach golf course when the shooting took place.

“The White House is aware and actively monitoring this tragic situation. The President has been briefed,” said White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

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