A Venezuelan national was arrested near the White House after approaching the area armed with multiple firearms with the intention of assassinating Donald Trump.
Authorities reported that the suspect stated during his arrest that White House armed man voices in his head told him to kill the U.S. President.
According to CNN, the U.S. Secret Service arrested Rony Jordrix Guanipa Chirinos on Thursday after noticing suspicious behavior in a vehicle parked near the White House. He faces charges including illegal weapons possession and unauthorized use of a vehicle.
The vehicle driven by the suspect had been reported stolen. Inside, law enforcement discovered one rifle, two handguns, and dozens of rounds of ammunition.
During questioning, he reiterated that voices in his mind instructed him to travel to Washington, D.C., and eliminate the president.
The Department of Homeland Security confirmed that the suspect had entered the United States illegally in 2024.
Secret Service Director Sean Curran noted that the incident underscores not only the heightened threat environment but also the ongoing trend of armed individuals attempting to reach the White House.
