Trump Addresses White House Shooting Incident Involving Gunman with Violent History
Trump says White House gunman 'had violent history' after shooter is killed

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A 21-year-old gunman, Nasire Best, was shot dead by Secret Service agents after he opened fire outside the White House. President Donald Trump confirmed that Best had a violent history and had previously been flagged by authorities. The incident resulted in injuries to an adult civilian, and the White House went into lockdown during the shooting.
- 01Nasire Best, the shooter, believed he was Jesus Christ and had a history of mental health issues.
- 02Trump praised the Secret Service for their quick response during the shooting incident.
- 03Best had previously breached a court order to stay away from the White House and had been apprehended twice in recent months.
- 04An adult civilian was injured during the shooting, but it is unclear if the injury was caused by the gunman or crossfire.
- 05Reporters reported hearing up to 30 shots during the incident, prompting them to take cover.
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On Saturday evening, Nasire Best, a 21-year-old gunman who believed he was Jesus Christ, opened fire near the White House, prompting a swift response from Secret Service agents who fatally shot him. President Donald Trump, who was inside the White House at the time, confirmed that Best had a 'violent history' and had shown possible obsession with the White House. Following the shooting, the White House was placed on lockdown, and an adult civilian sustained injuries, although it remains unclear if they were caused by Best or crossfire. Reports indicate that as many as 30 shots were fired, leading to panic among reporters present at the scene. Best had previously been flagged by the Secret Service for his erratic behavior and had violated a court order requiring him to stay away from the White House. He had been apprehended twice in recent months, including an incident in June where he obstructed an entry lane and claimed to be 'God', leading to a psychiatric evaluation. Trump's remarks highlighted the need for vigilance regarding individuals with violent histories and mental health issues.
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This incident raises concerns about security measures at the White House and the handling of individuals with violent histories.
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