Washington (USA), Nov. 26 (LaPresse) – A suspect has been detained by law enforcement in connection with the shooting that occurred in Washington near the White House. CNN reports the news, which has also been confirmed by police. “The scene has been secured. A suspect is in custody,” the Washington Police Department wrote on X. Two members of the National Guard were injured by gunfire, said Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. “Join me in praying for the two members of the National Guard who were shot moments ago in Washington, D.C.,” she wrote on X. The National Guard has been deployed on the streets of Washington as part of the anti-crime operation launched by the Trump Administration. “The White House is aware of and actively monitoring this tragic situation. The President has been informed,” said White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt.