At a glance
Secret Service officers arrested an armed man near the White House after he allegedly made threats to assassinate the president.12
According to the Department of Homeland Security, the suspect was approached after being spotted acting suspiciously in a car.12
Sources report that the suspect made statements about hearing voices.13
Where sources agree
- Armed man arrested near White House4 of 4
- Suspect allegedly made threats against the president2 of 4
- Secret Service officers approached suspect in vehicle3 of 4
Where sources differ
What specific weapons were found in the vehicle?
Three weapons were found in the vehicle.1
The suspect was carrying multiple firearms, including an AR-15-style rifle and two handguns.23
Who covered this
4 National
Sources
- 1CBS NewsArmed man arrested near White House planned to kill Trump, DHS says ↗
- 2Washington ExaminerArmed migrant arrested next to White House after alleged threat to assassinate Trump ↗
- 3New York PostIllegal immigrant heard voices to assassinate Trump — arrested with firearm-filled stolen vehicle ↗
- 4CBS News11/6: CBS Evening News ↗
Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.
