Security alarm at the White House! While Trump was inside, two people were detained.
The U.S. Secret Service detained two people over two separate security breaches near the White House. While Trump was in the building, the White House was briefly closed to entry and exit.
Two separate security breaches occurred around the White House in Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States. The U.S. Secret Service detained two people in connection with incidents that took place near Lafayette Park, just next to the White House. During the incidents, it was reported that President Donald Trump was inside the White House, and access to the building was temporarily suspended as part of security measures.
Security Alarm Around the White House
In the first incident, it was reported that a suspect drove onto the sidewalk surrounding Lafayette Park. The driver was detained shortly after resisting the security forces.
In the second incident, it was reported that another person attempted to breach the security barricade at the northwest corner of the park. Security teams also apprehended this suspect shortly thereafter.
Trump Was Inside the White House During the Incidents
During the security breaches, it was reported that President Donald Trump was inside the White House. Following the incidents, the White House was temporarily closed to entries and exits as a precaution.
Also, vehicle and pedestrian traffic on streets surrounding Lafayette Park was temporarily halted.
Statement From the Secret Service Has Been Released
The U.S. Secret Service issued a statement regarding two separate incidents. The statement noted that the first incident occurred around 10:00 local time, and included the following remarks:
"A vehicle struck the curb surrounding Lafayette Park. The driver resisted the security forces but was taken into custody shortly thereafter. At the same time, a second individual breached the security barricade at the northwest corner of Lafayette Park. This suspect was also apprehended by the teams shortly thereafter."
The Secret Service announced that a comprehensive investigation has been launched into both incidents and that it is investigating whether there is any link between the two security breaches.
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