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2026-05-24 23:40:05

Bystander wounded in White House shooting remains serious

A bystander wounded in a shooting near the White House remains in serious but stable condition. The gunman, Nasire Best, fired at a checkpoint before being fatally shot by Secret Service. President Trump was inside at the time. read more

2026-05-24 08:40:03

ABC News Reporter Dodges Bullets at White House Checkpoint

An ABC News reporter ducked for cover as a gunman opened fire at a Secret Service checkpoint near the White House. Officers shot the suspect, who later died. This was the third gunfire incident near Donald Trump in the past month. read more

2026-05-24 03:30:44

Secret Service kills suspect after White House checkpoint attack

Secret Service fatally shot a suspect who opened fire at a White House checkpoint Saturday evening. A bystander was also wounded. President Trump was inside but unharmed. The suspect died at a hospital. No officers were injured. read more

2026-05-24 02:10:05

Gunman killed after opening fire near White House

A gunman was killed after firing at a Secret Service checkpoint near the White House. Approximately 20 shots were heard, and President Trump was inside. The FBI is investigating, following a similar breach last month. read more

2026-05-24 00:10:03

Shooting near White House leaves 2 wounded

Two people were wounded in a shooting near the White House Saturday evening after a suspect fired on a Secret Service booth. Officers returned fire, injuring the suspect and a bystander. President Trump was present during the incident. read more

2026-05-15 17:10:04

Secret Service, Chinese police clashed at Trump Beijing summit

Fox News reporter Peter Doocy revealed physical clashes between Chinese police and US Secret Service during Trump's Beijing summit, including a standoff over weapons access. A White House aide was also trampled. Tensions have since been resolved. read more

2026-05-12 14:50:10

Trump Complains Vance Got Faster Evacuation

Trump complained Secret Service evacuated "little boy" JD Vance faster than him during a dinner shooting. He joked about the speed difference, noting Vance was "lifted up" while he remained seated. The suspect, charged with assassination attempt, pleaded not guilty. read more

2026-05-06 17:40:09

Suspect in DC shooting shouted F the White House

A man shot near the Washington Monument shouted "F the White House" after arrest. He faces federal charges for assaulting an officer and discharging a firearm. A bystander was also shot but released from hospital. read more

2026-05-05 18:50:03

Secret Service officer arrested for indecent exposure

Secret Service officer John Spillman, 33, was arrested for indecent exposure after masturbating in a Miami hotel lobby, frightening guests. He was on leave following the incident, which occurred off-duty during a security detail for Trump’s PGA visit. read more

2026-05-05 01:10:08

Shooting near National Mall prompts White House lockdown

A suspect opened fire near the National Mall after a confrontation with officers; agents returned fire, injuring a juvenile bystander. Vice President Vance’s motorcade passed nearby but was not targeted. The White House briefly locked down. read more

2026-05-03 23:30:35

Pellet in agents vest links suspect to WHCD attack

A buckshot pellet found in a Secret Service agent’s bulletproof vest links suspect Cole Tomas Allen to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner attack, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro confirmed, citing definitive ballistic evidence. read more

2026-05-01 01:10:04

New footage shows suspect shooting Secret Service officer

Federal prosecutors released footage showing Cole Allen Tomas shooting a Secret Service officer during the White House Correspondents' Dinner. No friendly fire evidence found. Allen remains in custody, charged with attempted assassination of President Trump. read more

2026-04-29 15:20:03

Suspect snapped selfie before Trump attack

A man charged with attempting to kill Trump at a dinner photographed himself with a knife, holster, and ammo bag. He tried storming a security barricade, prompting Secret Service gunfire. Trump was unharmed. read more

2026-04-27 21:30:04

Ex-Secret Service Agents Reveal Dinner Attack Security Gaps

Ex-Secret Service agents say the DC dinner attack exposed security gaps, with "a positive outcome, not a successful one." They urge creative enhancements like serpentine barriers and earlier perimeters, noting the protective model worked but needs improvement to prevent future threats. read more

2026-04-27 20:10:03

Gunman breaches WHCA dinner, tackled by law enforcement

The WHCA dinner at the Washington Hilton, designed for presidential security after Reagan’s 1981 shooting, saw a gunman tackled one floor above the ballroom. Secret Service extracted Trump and officials. Trump suggests redoing the event with tighter security within 30 days. read more

2026-04-27 14:50:08

Former agent warns Trump on Cabinet event security

A former Secret Service agent advised reducing Cabinet members at Trump events after a D.C. shooting. Several succession-line officials were present at the WHCA dinner. The suspect faces federal charges. The agent praised the Secret Service response but urged security discussions. read more

2026-04-27 11:10:09

Trump admits he slowed Secret Service during shooting

President Trump admitted he "wasn't making it easy" for Secret Service agents during the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, saying he wanted to see what was happening. A suspected gunman, Cole Tomas Allen, attempted to storm the event. read more

2026-04-26 21:10:05

Trump aides clash over Secret Service chiefs future

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles reportedly blames Trump’s sons for Secret Service chief Sean Curran’s job security after lax security at a dinner shooting. Critics cite repeated failures, while Wiles says "it’s on the boys" if Curran is fired. read more

2026-04-26 20:40:08

Trump faces new shooting at DC dinner

Donald Trump has survived multiple assassination attempts, including a 2024 rally shooting, a golf club incident, and a 2026 hotel attack, highlighting persistent security challenges. read more

2026-04-26 17:10:06

Secret Service agent shot at White House dinner

Gunfire erupted at the White House Correspondents' Dinner as suspect Cole Allen shot a Secret Service agent. President Trump and officials were evacuated safely. One agent was injured but released. Allen, from California, was arrested and is in custody. read more

2026-04-05 15:10:10

Secret Service Probes Gunfire Near White House

Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park across from the White House. No injuries were found, and a suspect was not located. President Trump was at the White House, which had no immediate comment. read more

2026-04-05 15:10:05

Secret Service Probes Gunfire Near White House

Secret Service investigated overnight gunfire near the White House's Lafayette Park. No injuries or suspect found after a search. Security increased, but operations remained normal. The park is currently fenced for renovations. read more

2026-03-27 17:10:05

Secret Service Agent Accidentally Shoots Self at Philly Airport

A Secret Service agent on Jill Biden's detail accidentally shot himself in the leg at Philadelphia airport. The agent was hospitalized in stable condition. Jill Biden was present but unharmed. An investigation into the incident is underway. read more

2026-02-21 06:40:42

Secret Service Gets Taxpayer-Funded Tailored Suits

Secret Service graduates will receive two tailored navy suits at taxpayer expense after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem disliked a protective detail's attire. The DHS contract aims to address uniform cost inequities for non-uniformed officers. read more

2025-03-10 12:20:05

Man Shot by Secret Service Near White House in DC

US Secret Service officers patrolled near the White House in Washington DC, shooting an armed man believed to be from Indiana after a confrontation. Donald Trump was away when the incident occurred, and the man is hospitalized. read more

2025-03-09 13:10:04

"Suicidal Man Shot by Secret Service Near White House"

Secret Service agents shot an armed man outside the White House, believed to be suicidal. The shooting took place near the West Wing. President Trump was not present. The man was hospitalized, and no officers were harmed. The incident is under investigation. read more

2025-01-23 16:30:04

President Trump Picks Sean Curran to Lead Secret Service

Sean Curran has been chosen by President Trump as the next director of the Secret Service. With over two decades of law enforcement experience, Curran has previously served as the Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the Presidential Protective Division and showcased courageous leadership skills. read more

2025-01-02 03:40:03

"Secret Service Faces Criticism Over Lack of Experienced Agents"

In the years leading up to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, the Secret Service saw a decline in veteran agents and an increase in rookies. The management of security at the rally where the incident occurred has been heavily criticized. read more

2024-12-10 23:10:08

Task Force Recommends Changes to Secret Service After Trump Assassination Attempts.

A congressional report on attempts to harm Trump calls for changes at the Secret Service, like limiting protection for foreign leaders during election seasons, potentially moving the agency from Homeland Security, revising investigative duties, and addressing staffing issues to enhance security measures. read more

2024-11-14 16:30:04

Secret Service Agent Fired for Security Breach at Obama Home

A Secret Service agent was fired for taking his lover to the Obamas' Hawaii home and suggesting a tryst in Michelle's bathroom. The agent's girlfriend detailed the incident in a memoir, leading to an investigation and termination. read more

2024-10-18 20:10:05

House Report Reveals Trump Overcharged Secret Service for Hotel Rooms

A report from the House oversight committee reveals that Donald Trump overcharged the Secret Service by up to 300% for accommodations at his hotels, labeling his presidency as a "get-rich-quick scheme." The report questioned Trump's claims that the Secret Service stayed for free. read more

2024-10-18 19:40:04

House Democrats: Trump overcharged Secret Service at DC hotel

House Democrats allege that Trump overcharged Secret Service agents staying at his DC hotel, sometimes by 300%. They claim Trump treated the agents as an "ATM," violating the emoluments clause. The report also highlights other officials and individuals linked to Trump who stayed at the hotel. read more

2024-10-18 04:40:10

DHS Report Slams Secret Service Culture, Calls for Reforms

A scathing report from the Department of Homeland Security criticizes the Secret Service for lacking critical thinking, contributing to security threats against Donald Trump. The report suggests massive reforms, including replacing senior leadership. read more

2024-10-15 05:20:06

Men wounded in Trump rally shooting plan to sue Secret Service

Two men wounded in a shooting at Trump's Pennsylvania rally are speaking out, blaming the Secret Service for negligence and planning to sue the agency. The incident led to criticism of the Secret Service for failing to protect bystanders and Trump. read more

2024-10-05 15:40:03

Secret Service at breaking point with Trump, Harris campaigns intensify

Trump and Harris campaigns are intensifying ahead of the election, with high-profile rallies, like in Butler, Pennsylvania. The Secret Service is strained, with former and current agents citing understaffing and burnout as security risks. Crowds gather for Trump's rally in Butler. read more

2024-10-05 10:10:09

Secret Service Failures Exposed in Trump Rally Attack Report

A new report reveals significant security failures by the Secret Service at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania, leading to the House Committee on Homeland Security attributing the assassination attempt to preventable lapses in planning, communication, and resource allocation. read more

2024-10-05 09:40:09

Evolution of Presidential Protection: From Open Doors to High Security

Protection for presidents has evolved significantly over the years, from Abraham Lincoln's open-door policy at the White House to increased security measures like larger protective details, raised fences, and underground entrances post-assassinations. read more

2024-09-26 14:40:04

Man Approaches Obama with Gun Outside Restaurant in Los Angeles

A recent report indicates that an armed man approached Barack Obama at an LA restaurant, leading to a response from the Secret Service. This incident follows scrutiny of the agency due to alleged assassination attempts on Donald Trump. read more

2024-09-26 00:40:04

Secret Service Agent Accused of Assaulting Kamala Harris Staffer

A Secret Service agent faces allegations of sexually assaulting a staffer for Kamala Harris during a hotel room encounter on a trip for advance planning. The incident adds to existing scrutiny over security threats against Donald Trump. read more