A suspect is in custody after Trump is rushed from correspondents' dinner
6 hours ago
- #Trump Security Incident
- #White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooting
- #Political Violence History
- President Trump and the first lady were unharmed after a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C.
- A suspect armed with a shotgun, handgun, and multiple knives was taken into custody; charges include assault on a federal officer.
- A Secret Service agent was shot but protected by a bulletproof vest and is reported to be 'doing great'.
- The incident caused chaos with gunshots heard, guests fleeing, and security evacuating officials, though all cabinet members are safe.
- This event follows a history of violence targeting Trump and the press, including a 2024 rally shooting and the January 6 Capitol riot.
- The Washington Hilton has a past of political violence, notably the 1981 shooting of President Reagan outside the same venue.