White House security incidents and threats

Multiple arrests and threats near the White House involving armed individuals and potential attacks on President Trump.

2 stories120 sourcesUpdated Nov 9, 2026

In this storyline:Donald John Trump The White House United States Secret Service

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Armed Venezuelan arrested near White House said voices told him to kill Trump.
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Armed Venezuelan arrested near White House said voices told him to kill Trump

A Venezuelan man was arrested near the White House after allegedly threatening to kill President Donald Trump, authorities said. Secret Service officers found a stolen vehicle he was in containing three firearms and ammunition.

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White House Security Incidents Prompt Two Arrests

Two people were arrested after a car struck the sidewalk or security barriers near Lafayette Park and another person jumped a barricade nearby. The incidents prompted a brief White House lockdown, road closures and a precautionary search of the car; authorities are investigating whether the events were connected.

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