Overview
- Secret Service agents shot a man who opened fire near the Washington Monument in downtown Washington, D.C.
- The White House entered a short lockdown as teams secured the scene and moved reporters from the North Lawn to the press room.
- President Trump was inside the residence delivering remarks at a small business event during the response.
- Authorities have not disclosed the suspect’s condition or motive and asked the public to avoid nearby streets.
- The area is a busy tourist corridor south of the White House and the incident follows a recent security breach at the Correspondents’ dinner that has renewed concern about perimeter safety.