Woman shot after failing to stop at CIA headquarters gate, sources say
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Woman Shot After Gate Crash at CIA Headquarters
Above: A view of the gates to the CIA property after a person was shot outside Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Headquarters by security guards in McLean, Virginia, United States on May 22, 2025. Image copyright: Kyle Mazza/Contributor/Anadolu via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
This incident demonstrates the effectiveness of the CIA's security protocols in responding to potential threats. The swift response by security personnel, coordinated assistance from local law enforcement, and immediate implementation of security measures showcase the agency's preparedness for protecting sensitive government facilities.
Narrative B
While there was a swift and effective response to this incident, the CIA needs to stay particularly alert. There were also reported security incidents this past March and in 2021 and, even though there is no link to the shooting of two Israeli embassy employees on the same day, global tensions are running high.