White House briefly locked down after shooting near Washington Monument
By Jocelyn Brumbaugh
Published on May 4, 2026.
The White House was briefly evacuated after an individual was shot by law enforcement near Washington Monument, according to the Secret Service. The person's condition and circumstances were not immediately disclosed. The incident occurred during an evacuation of the press, with members of the public escorted from the North Lawn of the White House to the briefing room.
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