US President Donald Trump on Sunday reacted to a recent shooting near “one of our most treasured buildings,” praising the Secret Service and law enforcement agencies for their “quick and professional” actions that led to the killing of the 21-year-old suspect.Trump also recalled another high-profile security breach that occurred a month ago during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.“Thank you to our great Secret Service and law enforcement for taking swift and professional action tonight against a shooter near the White House who had a history of violence and perhaps a fascination with our nation’s most treasured building,” the MAGA top leader posted on Truth Social.Trump added in the post, “The gunman died after exchanging gunfire with Secret Service agents near the gates of the White House. This incident, one month away from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, shows how important it is for all future presidents to have the most secure space of its kind ever in Washington, D.C. Our country’s national security requires it!”Earlier in the day, a gunman opened fire at a security checkpoint near the White House, sparking panic in the area and prompting a swift response from federal security agencies.The suspect, Nasire Best, was shot dead on the spot by Secret Service agents near the presidential palace. Best reportedly claimed to be Jesus Christ before the shooting.Best was spotted pacing suspiciously near Northwest 17th Street before allegedly pulling out a revolver and firing multiple shots at police stationed near a checkpoint, the New York Post reported.The shooting occurred as U.S. President Donald Trump was conducting diplomatic discussions at the White House about Iran and a proposed peace framework involving several Middle Eastern countries.
