DC shooting updates: Two National Guard members have been hurt as gunfire erupts near White House

The Washington, D.C. Police Department confirmed there is one suspect in custody following today’s shooting near the White House.

“UPDATE: The scene is secured. One suspect is in custody,” the agency wrote on X.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed two National Guardsmen were shot in Washington, D.C.

“Please join me in praying for the two National Guardsmen who were just shot moments ago in Washington D.C.,” she wrote on X.

Gunfire was reported near the White House this afternoon.

The White House is on lockdown after gunfire erupted in downtown Washington, D.C., on Wednesday afternoon.

“The White House is aware and actively monitoring this tragic situation. The President has been briefed,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said.