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Gunfire at White House Checkpoint Prompts Trump Evacuation, Shooter Killed

5/26/2026

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President Donald Trump was evacuated after a gunman opened fire at a White House checkpoint on May 23, 2026.
The 21-year-old shooter, Nasire Best, was killed by Secret Service after firing at the checkpoint.
President Donald Trump said the incident justifies building a new White House ballroom he claims will be the safest.
NBC News correspondent Julie Tsirkin first mistook the gunshots for fireworks, estimating 20-30 rounds before fleeing.

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Story summary

President Donald Trump was evacuated after a gunman opened fire at a White House checkpoint on May 23, 2026.
The 21-year-old shooter, Nasire Best, was killed by Secret Service after firing at the checkpoint.
President Donald Trump said the incident justifies building a new White House ballroom he claims will be the safest.
NBC News correspondent Julie Tsirkin first mistook the gunshots for fireworks, estimating 20-30 rounds before fleeing.