Secret Service investigating overnight gunfire near White House
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- The Secret Service is investigating gunfire reported near Lafayette Park, close to the White House, shortly after midnight on Sunday, with no injuries reported.
- Despite the incident, White House operations continue as normal, though security has been heightened, as President Trump hosts a family Easter dinner.
- A suspect has not been located, and authorities are searching for a possible vehicle and person of interest in coordination with U.S. Park Police and D.C. Metropolitan Police.
- Initial road closures near Lafayette Park were lifted by mid-morning Sunday, and the investigation remains active.
- The public is urged to provide any information to D.C. Police via phone or text.
