An unidentified ‘device’ has been found on the grounds of the White House, a US official says.
Mysterious ‘device’ discovered in Obama’s residence
Josh Earnest, a spokesperson for President Barack Obama stated on Monday, January 26, that the object was recovered by Secret Service agents.,
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Josh Earnest, a spokesperson for President Barack Obama, stated on Monday, January 26, that the object was recovered by Secret Service agents.
Earnest stated further that the device does not pose a threat to anyone in the building.
A security perimeter has reportedly been set up around the White House to restrict access to the premises.
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President Obama and his wife, Michelle are currently in India on a state visit and will stop over in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday before returning to Washington.
The White House suffered a series of incursions last year which resulted in congressional hearings and the resignation of then Secret Service Director, Julia Pierson.
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