Security Checkpoints: A Double Edged Sword in a Nation's Capital The recent shooting at the White House security checkpoint serves as a stark reminder of the delicate balance between security and accessibility in the nation's capital.
On one hand, checkpoints like this are necessary to protect high profile targets from potential threats; on the other hand, they can also become catalysts for violence.
Nasire Best, the 21 year old suspect who was fatally shot by Secret Service officers, had a documented history of mental health concerns and had previously been arrested for unlawful entry.