White House lawn cleared after apparent gunshots
The White House North Lawn was evacuated by the Secret Service following the sound of apparent gunshots on Saturday evening. Reporters were instructed to move quickly into the White House Press Briefing Room for safety. The situation is still developing, and further updates are expected from the Secret Service.
- ▪The White House North Lawn was cleared by Secret Service on Saturday evening.
- ▪The evacuation was prompted by the sound of apparent gunshots.
- ▪Reporters were told to sprint into the White House Press Briefing Room.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onWhite House lawn cleared after apparent gunshotsThe White House North Lawn was cleared by Secret Service on Saturday.BySelina WangMay 23, 2026, 6:23 PM1:12This is a breaking news story please check back for updates.ABC NewsThe White House North Lawn was cleared by Secret Service on Saturday evening after the sound of apparent gun shots.ABC News has reached out to the Secret Service for more information.Reporters were told to sprint into the White House Press Briefing Room.Popular ReadsIran live updates: Trump says framework of Iran peace deal to be announced shortly2 hours agoEvacuation orders…
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