The raccoons' attack was first made public by Paula Reid ofCBS Newsin a tweet.

The family was presented with the raccoon as a gift from a supporter in Mississippi.

The video was uploaded to Twitter by @CherrolNgobese earlier today.

Journalists attacked by gang of raccoons at White House

The journalists were working at White House when they were attacked. Photo: UGCSource: Facebook

The video has gained over 1 000 views.

The animals stand still as though they are listening intently.Briefly.co.zatranslated the hilarious video:

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