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Two military personnel shot near the White House according to ABC News | investingLive

Two National Guardsmen were shot near the White House in downtown Washington, prompting a swift security response. One suspect is in custody, and police say the scene is now secure. The incident, reported around 2:20 p.m. ET at the Farragut West Metro station entrance, led to a White House lockdown. President Trump, currently in Florida for Thanksgiving, has been briefed and the White House is actively monitoring the situation.

Bullet Points:

  • Two National Guardsmen shot near the White House.

  • Conditions of the victims remain unknown.

  • One suspect is in custody; scene secured, police say.

  • Incident occurred around 2:20 p.m. ET near Farragut West Metro entrance.

  • President Trump has been briefed and the White House is monitoring.

  • The White House is currently on lockdown.

  • Trump is in Florida at Mar-a-Lago for Thanksgiving.

Those short are reportedly in critical condition.