Chaos near White House as Secret Service takes down gunman

The U.S. Secret Service shot a person near the White House on Saturday, and a bystander was also struck, with both reported in critical condition, according to a law enforcement official. The shooting followed reports of gunfire near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, prompting a lockdown as agents responded.

Journalists at the White House said they heard multiple gunshots and were rushed into the briefing room for safety, while President Donald Trump was inside during the incident.