White House gunman had criminal record, history of mental health issues
A gunman was shot dead by Secret Service agents after opening fire near the White House. The individual, identified as Nasire Best, had a history of mental health issues and prior encounters with law enforcement. President Trump praised the Secret Service for their swift response to the incident.
- ▪Nasire Best, a 21-year-old from Maryland, was shot after exchanging gunfire with Secret Service agents.
- ▪He had a documented history of mental health concerns and previous interactions with law enforcement.
- ▪Best had been arrested in July 2025 for unlawful entry at the White House and claimed he was Jesus Christ.
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White House White House gunman had criminal record, history of mental health issues In July 2025 incident, Best 'claimed he was Jesus Christ and that he wanted to get arrested,' according to court filing By Eric Mack Fox News Published May 24, 2026 8:06am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Secret Service reportedly takes down gunman outside White House after shots fired Fox News chief congressional correspondent Chad Pergram reports on gunshots heard outside the White House on 'The Big Weekend Show.' NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The man fatally shot by Secret Service agents after authorities said he opened fire at a White House security checkpoint Saturday had a documented history of encounters with law enforcement…
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