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Police and security forces rushed to the White House area on Saturday evening after reports of gunfire, AFP journalists said.
US President Donald Trump was inside the White House at the time as he continued efforts to negotiate a deal with Iran.
Police sealed off access to the complex, while National Guard troops prevented an AFP reporter from entering the area.
Many gunshots were heard when we were at the White House. We were told to run into the press briefing room
— Selina Wang (@selinawangtv) May 23, 2026
Journalists on the North Lawn said on X that they were instructed to run and take shelter inside the White House press briefing room.
According to a reporter, ‘approximately 20-30’ shots were heard in Washington before Secret Service officials rushed to take reporters inside.
FBI is on the scene and supporting Secret Service responding to shots fired near White House grounds – we will update the public as we’re able
— FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) May 23, 2026
