Incident Near White House
Two members of the National Guard were shot near the White House in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday afternoon.
Law Enforcement Response
The Metropolitan Police Department reported that one suspect has been apprehended in connection with the incident.
Official Statements
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem commented on the situation via X. President Trump released a statement on Truth Social, indicating the two guardsmen sustained critical injuries and that the individual responsible for the shooting was also severely wounded.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that President Trump received a briefing on the incident, stating the White House is monitoring the situation.