By World Media Feed Editorial Team
WASHINGTON, November 7, 2026 — U.S. Secret Service officers arrested an armed man near the White House after he allegedly threatened to kill President Donald Trump, authorities said, in an incident that renewed attention to security risks surrounding the U.S. presidency.
The arrest took place Thursday night after officers approached a suspicious vehicle parked along Constitution Avenue in Washington, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
The suspect was identified as Ronny Yordrix Guanipa Chrinos. Authorities said he allegedly told officers that he had heard voices directing him to travel to Washington and kill the president.
A search of the vehicle uncovered three firearms and dozens of rounds of ammunition. Investigators also discovered that the vehicle had been reported stolen, according to federal officials.
Secret Service officers discover weapons
According to the Department of Homeland Security, officers approached the parked vehicle after noticing suspicious behavior.
The suspect allegedly acknowledged having weapons inside and was taken into custody without reports of shots being fired.
Authorities identified the weapons as including a rifle and two handguns. The discovery prompted a criminal investigation involving firearms offenses and the reported theft of the vehicle.
The Secret Service said the arrest demonstrated the importance of its officers’ training in responding to potentially dangerous situations.
Director Sean Curran described the incident as an example of officers working to de-escalate a volatile encounter.
Suspect faces multiple charges
Federal authorities said Chrinos was charged with several firearms-related offenses, as well as allegations involving unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and stolen property.
He remained in custody following the arrest.
The Department of Homeland Security said the suspect entered the United States through Texas in March 2024 and was subsequently arrested by Border Patrol before being released.
Officials also identified him as a Venezuelan national.
It was not immediately clear whether he had obtained legal representation. The allegations have not been tested at trial, and the suspect is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Security concerns surrounding the presidency
The arrest comes amid heightened security concerns involving threats against Trump and members of his administration.
The president has previously survived an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July 2024. That shooting killed one attendee, wounded others and left Trump injured.
Another major security incident occurred in April 2026, when an armed suspect breached security at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner in Washington. A Secret Service officer was wounded, and the suspect was arrested.
These incidents have intensified scrutiny of the protective measures surrounding the president, particularly at major public events and locations close to the White House.
Investigation continues
Authorities have not publicly established whether the latest incident was connected to any broader threat or organized activity.
Investigators will now examine the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s alleged statements, the origin of the firearms and the reported theft of the vehicle.
The case also highlights the difficult task facing federal security agencies: identifying potential threats early while responding appropriately to individuals whose behavior may raise concerns.
For the Secret Service, the priority remains protecting the president and securing the White House complex. For investigators, the next step is establishing the full circumstances of an incident that could have had far more serious consequences.
Sources: Associated Press, November 7, 2026; CBS News; NBC News.
- Associated Press — Secret Service arrests man near White House
- CBS News — Details of the arrest and charges
- NBC News — Court affidavit and investigation details
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