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Child Slips Through White House Fence in Brief Security Breach

The U.S. Secret Service swiftly reunited the child with their parents, as the lighthearted incident gained viral attention online.

Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi confirmed the incident in a post on X.
A Secret Service officer carries a child that slipped through the fence of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 26, 2025.
The White House is seen Monday, March 10, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
A Secret Service agent carrying a kid who squeezed through the White House fence.

Overview

  • A small child slipped through the north fence of the White House just after 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
  • The U.S. Secret Service responded immediately, reuniting the child with their parents without any complications.
  • A video of a Secret Service agent carrying the child back to their family has gone viral on social media.
  • The incident has sparked amusement and humorous commentary online, highlighting the unique challenges of White House security.
  • The child’s ability to fit through the fence underscores potential vulnerabilities in the perimeter's design.