Federal officials investigate anti-Trump slogan "8647" written in National Mall grass, prompting condemnation from White House
Federal officials investigate vandalism on the National Mall where '8647', an anti-Trump slogan, was written into the grass, prompting an investigation by Park Police and condemnation from the Department of Interior and the White House.
The US Secret Service said a suspect who opened fire on Monday on the National Mall did so after being confronted by officers. Secret Service Deputy Director Matt Quinn said officers returned fire. A bystander was struck by the suspect, Quinn said. Quinn said the motorcade of Vice-President J.D. Vance transited through the area not long before the shooting but there was no indication it was the target. The incident happened on Monday afternoon around 15th Street and Independence Avenue near the...
Law enforcement shot an individual near the Washington Monument on Monday, triggering a brief White House lockdown. Emergency services transported an adult male to the hospital, while a teenager received treatment for minor injuries. The incident, occurring close to a presidential event, adds to recent security concerns in the capital.
King Charles arrived at the White House on Tuesday for meetings with President Donald Trump, part of a four-day state visit designed to underscore the US-British 'special relationship' despite tensions over Iran policy. The king and Queen Camilla were formally received by Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on the South Lawn, with hundreds of guests attending the ceremonial greeting.
More than 100 Epstein survivors and supporters gathered near the Washington Monument for a memorial event marking one year since Virginia Giuffre's death, requesting a meeting with King Charles during his state visit. Speakers including Sky Roberts and Wendy Pesante called for royal engagement, arguing the monarchy must meet survivors to make informed decisions. No meeting is expected due to concerns about interfering with ongoing legal proceedings.
