Armed man arrested near White House with alleged plan to kill Donald Trump

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According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), an undocumented immigrant armed with several weapons was taken into custody within blocks of the White House on Thursday night after allegedly telling Secret Service officers he planned an attempt on President Trump's life. The suspect, identified as Ronny Yordrix Guanipa Chrinos of Venezuela, faces multiple charges including unlawful transportation and possession of unregistered firearms and ammunition, as well as motor vehicle theft. DHS stated that Secret Service officers found three firearms, including a rifle, and dozens of rounds of ammunition inside his vehicle. The suspect reportedly claimed he heard voices telling him to assassinate Mr. Trump. DHS noted that the suspect had entered the U.S. through Texas in March 2024 and was initially arrested by Border Patrol before being released.