BREAKING: First Lady Melania Trump Shot on Her Way to the White House, Rushed to Hospital
Washington, D.C. – In a shocking and unprecedented incident, First Lady Melania Trump was shot while traveling to the White House this afternoon. Secret Service agents swiftly responded, rushing her to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where she is currently undergoing emergency treatment.
Details of the Attack
According to eyewitness reports, the attack occurred just after 2:30 PM as the First Lady’s motorcade traveled through Pennsylvania Avenue. A single gunshot rang out, causing immediate panic among security personnel and onlookers. Secret Service agents quickly shielded Mrs. Trump and transported her to a nearby hospital before confirming her injuries to the press.
While details remain scarce, an unnamed law enforcement source has confirmed that the First Lady suffered a gunshot wound to the shoulder. She was conscious upon arrival at the hospital and is said to be in stable but critical condition.
Search for the Suspect
Authorities have launched an intensive manhunt for the assailant. Initial reports suggest the shooter fired from a nearby rooftop, though no suspect has been apprehended at this time. A lockdown has been enforced in parts of Washington, D.C., as law enforcement agencies, including the FBI and Secret Service, investigate the attack.
President Donald Trump, who was in a meeting at the White House when the incident occurred, has reportedly been moved to a secure location. Sources close to the administration indicate that he is “deeply shaken” and has been in constant communication with doctors overseeing his wife’s care.
Nation in Shock
News of the attack has sent shockwaves across the nation and the world. Political leaders, both domestic and international, have expressed their support and prayers for Mrs. Trump’s swift recovery. The White House has yet to release an official statement, though Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany is expected to address the media shortly.
As the situation develops, Americans are left grappling with the gravity of an attack on the First Lady—an event unparalleled in modern U.S. history. The nation now awaits updates on her condition and the search for those responsible.
