U.S. officials say President Donald Trump was briefed late Tuesday following a shooting incident near the White House perimeter that left two National Guard members injured. According to initial reports, the shooting occurred just outside a security checkpoint on the north side of the complex, prompting an immediate lockdown of the surrounding area.
Witnesses in the vicinity described hearing several gunshots, followed by security personnel rushing to shield bystanders and move civilians away from the scene. The two injured Guard members were part of an enhanced security detail assigned to the area. They were quickly given medical aid by on-site emergency teams before being transported to a nearby hospital. Both are reported to be in stable condition.
The suspect allegedly fled on foot, triggering a multi-agency search involving Secret Service officers, Metropolitan Police, and federal law enforcement. Authorities have not yet released information about a possible motive.
A White House spokesperson confirmed that the President was promptly briefed and that there is no ongoing threat to the public or to White House personnel. Additional security measures were temporarily put into place as investigators processed the scene.
The investigation remains active, and officials are expected to release further details once they are confirmed.
