Gunman Killed After Shooting at Secret Service Checkpoint Near White House
A suspect opened fire at a Secret Service checkpoint near the White House in Washington, D.C., on the afternoon of May 24, 2026. Secret Service agents returned fire and killed the suspect. One bystander was wounded and transported to a local hospital.
The Secret Service raised the security posture around the White House following the incident and temporarily closed surrounding streets. The FBI has taken over the investigation to determine the shooter identity and motive. Early indications do not suggest a connection to broader terrorist threats.
Enhanced security measures have been implemented around the White House complex, with temporary restrictions on visitor access. Members of Congress from both parties expressed shock at the incident, with many offering condolences to the injured and Secret Service personnel on social media.