The United States Secret Service said it is investigating reports of overnight gunfire near Lafayette Square, located across from the White House. Authorities reported no injuries, and no suspects were found after a search of the park and nearby areas. President Donald Trump was at the White House at the time, and officials said operations continued as normal, though security in the area was heightened.
The Secret Service is working alongside the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia and the United States Park Police as the investigation continues. Lafayette Square has also been closed recently due to ongoing renovation work, which may factor into the review of the incident.
Separately, the United States and Iran have agreed to a temporary two-week ceasefire as diplomatic efforts continue. Vice President JD Vance said officials expected a response from Iran ahead of a previously announced deadline, emphasizing the administration’s goal of stabilizing energy markets and reducing tensions. He noted that additional measures remain available if negotiations do not succeed.
The situation has been closely tied to developments around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route for oil. Recent agreements allowing limited tanker traffic through the strait have been viewed as a possible step toward de-escalation, though uncertainty remains. The waterway had seen a sharp decline in activity following earlier hostilities, contributing to volatility in global energy markets.