White House says Obama getting frequent updates on shooting at the Washington Navy Yard

WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama is getting frequent briefings on a shooting at the Washington Navy Yard by senior aides.

The Navy says shots were fired Monday morning at the Naval Sea Systems Command headquarters, where about 3,000 people work. The Navy reports several people were injured.

The White House says Obama directed his team to stay in touch with the Navy, FBI and local officials.

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