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Two members of the National Guard were shot near the White House on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a heavy emergency response and heightened security in the area. Authorities say one suspect has been taken into custody as officials work to assess the situation.

What to Know:

The shooting occurred near 17th and I Streets NW, just northwest of the White House.
Dozens of police and emergency vehicles surrounded the area; several blocks were cordoned off.
One apparent victim was loaded into an ambulance with visible injuries.
The condition and identities of the Guardsmen have not yet been released.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed the incident and said her department is coordinating with local law enforcement.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Trump, currently in Florida for Thanksgiving, has been briefed.
Secret Service and ATF officials are assisting at the scene.

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Nov 26, 2025 at 03:44 PM EST

Ground stop issued at Washington National Airport due to ‘security’ event

The Federal Aviation Administration’s Air Traffic Control System Command Center issued a ground stop for Washington National Airport (DCA) on Wednesday afternoon, citing security concerns.

The advisory, released at 2008Z, halted departures between 1958Z and 2100Z, affecting multiple regional facilities including ZTL, ZDC, ZNY, ZJX, ZOB, ZBW, and ZID.

According to the FAA, the stop resulted in 618 delays, with a maximum delay of 57 minutes and an average of 33 minutes. Officials noted a medium probability that the order could be extended.

The advisory was signed at 2011Z and is set to remain effective until 2200Z.

Nov 26, 2025 at 03:39 PM EST

White House locked down after gunfire in downtown D.C.

The White House was placed on lockdown on Wednesday afternoon after gunfire erupted in downtown Washington, D.C.

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said officials are “aware and actively monitoring this tragic situation."

Nov 26, 2025 at 03:38 PM EST

Three gunshot victims taken to trauma centers after D.C. shooting

Three people wounded in a shooting near the White House were transported to area trauma centers, according to a spokesman for Washington’s fire department, Vito Maggiolo.

Nov 26, 2025 at 03:34 PM EST

Two National Guard members in critical condition after D.C. shooting: Report

Two National Guard members were critically wounded in a shooting near the White House on Wednesday, according to a law enforcement source who spoke to the Associated Press.

The suspect was also shot and is in custody, the AP reported. Emergency responders rushed to the scene at 17th and I Streets NW, where police cordoned off several blocks and transported victims to local hospitals.

Nov 26, 2025 at 03:28 PM EST

Trump responds after shooting of National Guard members near White House

President Donald Trump issued a statement on social media Wednesday after two National Guard members were critically wounded in a shooting near the White House.

In a post on X, Trump condemned the suspect, who was also reported to be injured and in custody. “The animal that shot the two National Guardsmen… will pay a very steep price,” Trump wrote, adding that both Guardsmen were being treated at separate hospitals.

Nov 26, 2025 at 03:28 PM EST

Judge rules National Guard deployment in D.C. likely unlawful

A federal judge last week ruled that the National Guard’s deployment in Washington, D.C.—which included many members from outside the district—was likely unlawful.

The court issued an order blocking the deployment but delayed its implementation for three weeks to avoid immediate disruptions to ongoing operations. The ruling is scheduled to take effect on December 11.

Nov 26, 2025 at 03:24 PM EST

Police: Suspect in custody after shooting near White House

Washington, D.C., Metropolitan Police said Wednesday that a suspect has been taken into custody following a shooting near the White House.

“The scene is secured. One suspect is in custody,” the department announced in a post on X.

Authorities have cordoned off several blocks near 17th and I Streets NW as emergency responders remain on site. The identities and conditions of the victims, reported to be members of the National Guard, have not yet been released.

Nov 26, 2025 at 03:22 PM EST

Two National Guard members shot near White House, suspect in custody

Two members of the National Guard were shot near the White House on Wednesday afternoon, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed in a statement posted to social media.

The incident unfolded at the corner of 17th and I Streets NW, where police and emergency responders quickly surrounded the area and cordoned off several blocks. One apparent victim was seen being loaded into an ambulance with visible injuries.

Authorities said one suspect was taken into custody, though the condition and identities of the Guardsmen have not yet been released.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said officials are “aware and actively monitoring this tragic situation,” adding that President Trump, who is in Florida for the Thanksgiving holiday, has been briefed.

Secret Service agents and officials from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives were also on the scene as investigators worked to gather more information.

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