On Saturday evening, gunfire erupted near Washington’s White House. Witnesses heard about 20 to 30 shots from the north lawn, prompting Secret Service and FBI officers to converge on the scene. The incident unfolded while President Trump remained on the premises during a routine briefing.

FBI Director Kash Patel posted on X that federal agents were on the scene and supporting the Secret Service. Journalists inside the press room were ushered to safety, while a New York Times photographer, Allison Robbert, texted that the sounds came from outside the briefing room. The motive and source remain unknown.

Video from ABC News senior correspondent Selina Wang shows gunfire erupting just as she records a briefing. Within three seconds of the recording, sound alarms and the reporter rushes to the floor for cover. No injuries have been reported, but the episode underscores the ongoing security pressures surrounding the executive branch.

The incident arrives amid heightened scrutiny of presidential security protocols and could prompt a review of emergency response procedures at federal sites. Law enforcement agencies are investigating the source of the shots, while officials await confirmation of any casualties or motives. The event highlights the fragility of public safety even in secure zones.