White House Locked Down After Reports of Nearby Gunfire Before Trump Address

The White House was briefly locked down on May 4 after reports of shots fired near the grounds just as President Trump was about to deliver a speech. Federal agents moved to secure access points and ushered staff and journalists to safety while assessing the threat. The U.S. Secret Service directed the press away from the North Lawn into the briefing room under emergency protocol. Moments later, authorities declared an “all clear,” confirming no ongoing danger and that the President remained safe throughout the incident. This episode follows a recent shooting at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Investigators say a 31-year-old suspect armed with multiple weapons forced his way through a security checkpoint, injuring a Secret Service officer before being apprehended. Authorities are now examining the suspect’s residence in California for evidence of premeditation.

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