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Trump says White House gunman had ‘violent history, possible obsession’ as Secret Service shoots attacker dead

Tensions escalated in a dramatic encounter near the White House when a man with a history of violence, captivated by the allure of political power, engaged in a shootout with Secret Service agents. The chaotic moment unfolded as he approached a security check, firing at officers who swiftly returned fire,…

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'Obsession with our country's most cherished structure': Trump reacts to White House shooting

US President Donald Trump praised the Secret Service and law enforcement for their swift action in neutralizing a gunman near the White House. The suspect, identified as Nasire Best, was killed after firing at agents. Trump highlighted the incident's importance for future presidential security, referencing a previous security breach.

The Times of India

White House Shooter Once Claimed To Be 'Jesus Christ' And Reportedly Has Mental Health Struggles: Who Is Nasire Best?

A gunman known to authorities was shot dead after opening fire near the White House, raising security concerns in Washington. The suspect had a history of mental health issues.

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Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says

WASHINGTON - A gunman who fired at a White House checkpoint was shot by officers and died after being taken to the hospital on Saturday evening, the Secret Service said.

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White House shooting: 21-year-old Nasire Best, who identified himself as Jesus Christ, shot dead

A 21-year-old man, Nasire Best, who allegedly believed he was Jesus Christ, was killed by Secret Service after opening fire outside the White House. Best had a history of loitering and violating orders to stay away from the complex. The incident triggered a lockdown and injured at least one bystander.

The Times of India

Gunman killed by Secret Service after shooting near White House

A gunman opened fire near the White House on Saturday evening before being shot dead by US Secret Service agents in a confrontation that also left a bystander wounded. President Donald Trump, who was inside the White House at the time, was not harmed in the incident.

France 24

Shots fired near White House during Trump's Iran talks; suspect dead, bystander injured

A gunman approached a White House checkpoint and opened fire on Secret Service officers. Officers returned fire and shot the suspect. The gunman later died from his injuries. A bystander was also struck by gunfire. President Donald Trump stated the gunman had a violent history and an obsession with the…

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White House shooting scare latest updates: US secret service kills suspect near security checkpoint

A major security scare unfolded near the White House on Saturday evening after multiple gunshots were heard close to the presidential complex, prompting an immediate lockdown response from law enforcement agencies and forcing journalists covering the White House to run for shelter.

The Times of India

Suspected gunman dies after exchange of fire with Secret Service agents at White House checkpoint

Suspect dies after firing upon agents at White House checkpoint, Secret Service says, with a bystander also injured

The Guardian - US

Gunman shot dead at White House checkpoint

An emotionally disturbed man who had been issued with a "stay-away order" has been shot dead after firing at officers at a White House security checkpoint.

AAP

Was the Donald Trump Dinner Shooting Staged? Inside the Wild False Flag Claims

Amid a high-profile dinner shooting and a disputed construction project, officials insist on a lone-gunman case while social media spins elaborate plots with little evidence.

International Business Times UK

Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Ballroom Hits a Wall as Republicans Admit There’s No Appetite for the Billion-Dollar Boondoggle

Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana says the money is officially out, at least for now.

The Mary Sue

GOP civil war derails Trump’s ‘billion-dollar ballroom’ plan

Lawmakers questioned the timing and the lack of detailed justification for the Secret Service’s request

The Independent UK

The White House push for $1 billion in security funds is facing GOP opposition

Republicans are facing internal party opposition to a one billion dollar White House security funding plan. This proposal includes money for the president's new ballroom. Several Republican senators question the cost amid economic concerns for citizens. The White House and Secret Service are pushing for the funds. Discussions continue to…

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Secret Service in 30-Minute Armed Standoff With Chinese Security During Tumultuous Trump-Xi Visit

A Trump–Xi summit in Beijing descended into a 30-minute armed standoff between US Secret Service and Chinese security, alongside a series of protocol lapses and sharp private exchanges over Taiwan.

Latin Times

Drones, Not Hooligans, Are the Biggest Security Threat Ahead of the World Cup, According to Federal Officials

The concerns include nuisance drones interrupting matches to more serious attacks involving explosives or attempts to target large crowds gathered at stadiums

Roll Call

GOP support for ballroom security funding gets wobbly

A key senator suggested Monday that Republicans may be prepared to ditch security funding connected to plans for a White House ballroom in a reconciliation bill focused on immigration enforcement. Senate Budget Chairman Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., said the $1 billion in Secret Service funding, which has drawn concerns from several…

International Business Times UK

Trump Brutally Mocked Over 'Pathetic' AI Photo of Secret Service Guarding Handcuffed Alien

Donald Trump is drawing ridicule after sharing an AI‑generated image of himself and Secret Service agents escorting a handcuffed alien across a desert‑style base, fuelling fresh questions over his judgement and priorities.

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Reconciliation race

Republicans are scrambling to rewrite portions of the $72 billion budget reconciliation bill after the Senate parliamentarian advised against key parts, including Secret Service funding connected to the White House ballroom project. CQ’s Paul M. Krawzak and Aidan Quigley discuss the parliamentarian’s advice and the prospects of passage before the…

International Business Times UK

Inside Natalie Harp's White House Rise: Donald Trump's 'Sweetie' Sparks Secret Service Panic and Melania Fury

Natalie Harp's close relationship with Donald Trump, marked by intense loyalty and constant companionship, raises concerns among Secret Service agents and insiders, including Melania Trump.

The Independent UK

Trump’s massive ballroom funding bill strikes out in the Senate — for now

Top Senate Democrat says taxpayers ‘shouldn’t spend a single dime on Trump’s gold-plated ballroom boondoggle’

International Business Times UK

Trump Faces Embarrassing Setback as $1bn Ballroom's 'Security' Funding Gets Torched in Senate

A Senate ruling has blocked parts of a Republican funding plan linked to Donald Trump's White House ballroom project, forcing lawmakers to rewrite key sections of the bill.

International Business Times UK

White House Reveals Secret Underground Hospital for Trump, 79, Inside Contested $1 Billion 'Military Ballroom'

The White House says Donald Trump's contested 'Military Top Secret Ballroom' will house a secret underground hospital, recasting a lavish entertainment venue as a billion-dollar security and medical complex.

The Independent UK

Fox reporter says ‘very physical standoff’ broke out at China summit

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Trump allies want to smash the Guinness World Record for biggest ever fireworks show on July 4

The Department of Homeland Security has designated the celebration a National Special Security Event, a status typically reserved for presidential inaugurations

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