Overview

• On Good Friday, Sophie, a grey, green-eyed cat, wandered onto the White House North Lawn, one of the most heavily secured locations globally.
• The cat briefly entered the White House press briefing room, where reporters typically address Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
• Journalists documented Sophie’s unexpected appearance on social media, noting she wore a collar and possibly an AirTag tracking device.
• White House staff identified Sophie’s owner and ensured the cat was safely reunited shortly after the incident.
• The event has reignited scrutiny over White House security measures, following a similar minor breach by a toddler earlier this year.