Journalists Report Possible Gunfire Near White House

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Several journalists at the White House have reported the sound of possible gunshots nearby.

Footage shared by ABC News correspondent Selina Wang showed her taking cover as a volley of bangs could be heard ringing out across the White House's north lawn.

It is currently unclear where the apparent shots originated from or if there is any ongoing threat.

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#1 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-05-23 07:20 PM | Reply

Inside the White House?

#2 | Posted by LegallyYourDead at 2026-05-23 07:26 PM | Reply

@#2

Still early reporting.

Stay tuned ...

#3 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-05-23 07:37 PM | Reply

Smells like a false flag belonging to the Orange criminal.

#4 | Posted by a_monson at 2026-05-23 07:38 PM | Reply

At least 30 gunshots fired?

www.youtube.com

#5 | Posted by Corky at 2026-05-23 07:47 PM | Reply

Did they reschedule the correspondent's dinner already?

#6 | Posted by REDIAL at 2026-05-23 07:50 PM | Reply

Will Trump make his next appearance wearing a bandage on his other ear? Did he cancel his NJ trip to make sure he was onsite to maximize this?

#7 | Posted by jpw at 2026-05-23 07:55 PM | Reply

@#4

With Pres Trump's approval ratings in the gutter, that may be a reason. But, still, early reporting. Let's see what develops...

Meanwhile ...

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HJA_lmPWkAE_Ji7.jpg

#8 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-05-23 07:56 PM | Reply