Gunman killed by Secret Service after firing near White House
A man was shot and killed by Secret Service officers after he opened fire at a security checkpoint outside the White House. The incident occurred on Saturday night. (sources: cbsnews, whio, pbs, news10, inquirer)
The U.S. Secret Service reported that a gunman was killed after he fired shots near a White House security checkpoint. Officers returned fire, resulting in the suspect's death.
- The incident took place at a Secret Service checkpoint outside the White House.
- The suspect opened fire before being shot by Secret Service officers.
- No injuries to Secret Service personnel or bystanders have been reported.
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This incident highlights security challenges at the White House and the response protocols of the Secret Service.
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This story is about Gunman killed by Secret Service after opening fire outside of White House, officials say. This bill would Fund DHS (including U.S. Secret Service “Operations and Support”) for FY2026 and set operating conditions.
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