Gunfire Near White House Triggers Lockdown During Trump Event

Secret Service secured the area after shots were reported as the president addressed a gathering inside the White House.

By yourNEWS Media Newsroom

Gunshots were reported Monday near the White House, prompting an immediate security response as Donald Trump was speaking at a Small Business Summit inside the East Room.

According to reports, authorities sent members of the press to a secure briefing room as a precaution while the United States Secret Service placed nearby areas under lockdown.

Two videos circulating on social media captured the response and emergency activity near the complex, including footage of the initial lockdown and additional scenes from the area.

Officials quickly shut down surrounding streets, restricting access to the area as law enforcement worked to assess the situation. No immediate details were released regarding injuries or suspects.

The incident comes just days after a separate security breach during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where an individual identified as Cole Allen was charged by the U.S. Department of Justice with attempting to assassinate a U.S. president. The charge carries a potential life sentence.

Authorities have not yet provided further details about Monday’s shooting as the investigation continues.