Man Arrested Near White House, Allegedly Claimed Voices Instructed Him to Kill President Trump
A man was arrested by the Secret Service near the White House after claiming to hear voices telling him to kill President Trump and being found with multiple weapons.
Wilkes Barre Scranton Hazleton, PA, November 6, 2026 —
An individual was taken into custody by the U.S. Secret Service in close proximity to the White House. The arrest followed reports that the man allegedly stated he was hearing voices instructing him to assassinate President Trump.
Authorities discovered multiple weapons in the possession of the individual at the time of his apprehension. The specific number and types of weapons were not immediately disclosed. The incident prompted a response from the Secret Service, which is tasked with protecting the President and the White House complex.
Details regarding the man’s identity, the precise location of the arrest near the White House, and the exact timeline of the events were not provided. The motive behind the alleged plot, beyond the claims of auditory hallucinations, has not been detailed.
Following the arrest, the case was handed over to relevant law enforcement agencies for further investigation. The outcome of the investigation, including any potential charges filed against the individual, has not yet been made public. The Secret Service has not released further statements concerning the incident beyond confirming the arrest.
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