Trump thanks Secret Service, renews call for ballroom after White House shooting
Trump thanked the Secret Service after the shooting and said the incident shows why a new White House ballroom is needed, citing a prior attack.
- On Saturday evening, 21-year-old Nasire Best approached a White House security checkpoint at 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, pulled a weapon from his bag, and opened fire before Secret Service officers returned fire and killed him.
- Court records show Best was arrested last year after attempting to enter a different checkpoint while 'claiming he was Jesus Christ.' This incident marks the third time in the past month that shots were fired near the President.
- A bystander sustained injuries during the exchange, though officials noted it remains unclear whether they were hit by the suspect's rounds or return fire. Secret Service agents were uninjured.
- President Donald Trump thanked the Secret Service for their 'swift and professional action' while renewing calls for his $400 million ballroom project. He argued the incident demonstrates the need for a 'most safe and secure space' in Washington, D.C.
- FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed the agency is assisting the Secret Service, vowing to 'update the public as we're able.' The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to corroborate details regarding the suspect's motives.
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