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FBI Director Confirms Shots Fired Near White House Grounds, Investigation Ongoing

Journalists on the North Lawn stated that Secret Service agents immediately directed them into the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room for safety.

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May 23, 2026
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WASHINGTON — FBI Director Kash Patel stated at 6:43 a.m. ET on May 24 that the FBI is on the scene and supporting the Secret Service in responding to shots fired near White House grounds. He said the agencies would update the public as they are able.

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