At approximately 4:20 p.m., U.S. Secret Service Uniformed Division officers responded to an individual attempting to climb the outer fence along the South Grounds of the White House. Dressed in all black, the man was captured on video—filmed by a tourist—scaling the fence and shouting “F–k it” before getting stuck on the sharp spikes at the top. As he began to climb down, agents quickly swarmed and apprehended him. Witnesses described the scene as surreal, with snipers repositioning on the roof and security dogs released onto the lawn. One bystander posted on social media about the dramatic moment, capturing the chaos and disbelief felt by onlookers.

According to the Secret Service, the entire White House complex is protected by a combination of uniformed officers, special agents, support staff, and advanced surveillance systems that maintain continuous security across the 18-acre property. The agency confirmed the incident will undergo a standard protective operations review to assess security protocols and response. A spokesperson emphasized that this was an isolated event and assured the public that at no time were the President or White House personnel in any danger. The man’s identity has not been disclosed, and no details have been released regarding potential charges. The motive behind his actions remains unclear as the investigation continues.