Tour hits snag

WASHINGTON -- Two people facing deportation from the U.S. were taken into custody at the White House gate. They had arrived for a tour.

The pair were part of an adult education program, and a routine background check showed they had an outstanding immigration order against them. White House spokesman Nick Shapiro said they were taken into custody yesterday before they entered the compound.

All White House visitors are required to undergo a U.S. Secret Service background check.

-- The Associated Press