Secret Service kills man who opened fire at checkpoint
A shooting incident occurred at a security checkpoint near the White House. The U.S. Secret Service responded by shooting the suspect. (sources: nbcnews, cbsnews, whio, pbs, news10)
The U.S. Secret Service reported that officers shot and killed a man who opened fire at a security checkpoint. Officials indicated that the suspect had a history of mental health issues.
- The incident took place at a security checkpoint outside the White House.
- The suspect opened fire before being shot by Secret Service officers.
- Five senior law enforcement officials noted the suspect's mental health concerns.
Why it matters
This incident highlights security challenges at high-profile locations like the White House.
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H.R.1299 · 119th Congress
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This story is about Secret Service kills man who opened fire at White House security checkpoint. This bill would The White House checkpoint shooting is a form of targeted violence against a protected federal site; this bill aims to strengthen prevention.
If passed, it would:
- Reauthorize and expand the Secret Service’s National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) functions through FY2030 • Support standardized, evidence-based threat assessment training/assistance for agencies and other partners to help.
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This story is about Secret Service kills man who opened fire at White House security checkpoint. This bill would Set FY2026 DHS funding levels (including components that fund Secret Service protective missions).
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- Set FY2026 DHS funding levels (including components that fund Secret Service protective missions • Provide an opportunity for Congress to add conditions/reporting direction tied to Secret Service protective readiness.
This story is about Secret Service kills man who opened fire at White House security checkpoint. This bill would service: Expand NTAC activities related to targeted-violence prevention (including a national targeted school-violence prevention program).
If passed, it would
- Reauthorize the Secret Service’s National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) and its functions through FY2030 • Expand NTAC activities related to targeted-violence prevention (including a national targeted school-violence.
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