Anutin warns of caution following White House shooting incident; heightened security at Phra Pradaeng Songkran opening
PM Anutin urged caution following a shooting incident at the White House during Trump's press conference, while heightened security surrounded his visit to the Phra Pradaeng Songkran festival opening in Samut Prakan on April 26.
At 4:50 p.m. on April 26, 2025, at Phra Pradaeng District Office in Samut Prakan Province, following the opening of the Phra Pradaeng Songkran festival, reporters asked Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul about a loud gunshot-like noise that occurred during the regular White House press conference where U.S. President Donald Trump was present. Anutin briefly responded that he was aware of it. When asked if he had received updates on the matter, Anutin stated, "We need to be cautious," before immediately departing. Reporters noted that Anutin's visit to the Phra Pradaeng Songkran festival opening featured heightened security measures, with armed personnel maintaining close protection throughout his movements.