The White House Security Breach Exposes Systemic Flaws The incident on Saturday outside the White House is a stark reminder of the security vulnerabilities that have plagued the nation's capital for years.
Despite billions spent on fortifying the complex, a known individual with a history of erratic behavior was able to breach multiple checkpoints and exchange gunfire with Secret Service agents.
Nasire Best, the suspect, had been involuntarily committed just days before his attempted intrusion for obstructing vehicle entry into the White House complex.