Federal protective agents fired their weapons in the area surrounding the White House, resulting in gunshot wounds to one person and injuries to a bystander, according to law enforcement officials.
The FBI Director Kash Patel took to social media to confirm that agents were responding to reports of gunfire in the area. “Update the public as we’re able,” Patel stated in his online message.
The President was reportedly present inside the executive mansion when the shooting occurred.
Authorities have not yet released additional details about the circumstances that led to the use of firearms or the condition of those who were injured.
