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White House Gunman Had Prior Secret Service Encounters
The individual who fired shots outside the White House had previous run-ins with the Secret Service and was wanted for arrest, according to court documents. Former President Trump renewed his petition for a White House ballroom, citing the nearby shooting as justification.
25 May, 14:49 — 25 May, 23:34
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White House gunman had previous run-ins with Secret Service, court documents show
The suspect previously obstructed a White House entry lane in June of 2025 and told Secret Service agents he was Jesus Christ.
Read full article →Al JazeeraMostly Factual2d ago
Trump renews petition for White House ballroom, pointing to nearby shooting
The Trump administration has sought nearly $1bn in taxpayer funds to complete the ballroom project, citing security.
Read full article →The IndependentMostly Factual2d ago
Trump officials rush to court to say Secret Service shooting is why the White House needs a ballroom
DOJ’s Truth Social-inspired filing lists out ‘Top Secret’ additions to sprawling project after gunman opens fire near checkpoint
By Alex Woodward
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First report: The Independent · 25 May, 14:49|Full coverage: 6 · 9h|Window: 9h
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