At least 2 people shot near the White House, including a possible suspect, officials say
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- The White House was briefly locked down Saturday evening after gunfire near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW injured at least two people, with one in grave condition.
- The U.S. Secret Service engaged a suspect and fired shots; it is unclear if the second injured individual is a suspect or a bystander.
- No Secret Service agents were reported injured, and the lockdown, which included the White House grounds, was lifted about 40 minutes later.
- FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed FBI involvement in supporting the Secret Service during the incident.
- President Donald Trump was in the White House at the time, while Vice President JD Vance's presence during the incident remains uncertain.