A shooting attempt disrupted US President Donald Trump's ballroom address at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, triggering immediate evacuation, panic and a massive security response at a Washington DC hotel Saturday night. The incident unfolded at the Washington Hilton shortly before Trump was due to speak, as guests reported hearing multiple gunshots near a security screening checkpoint outside the main ballroom.
Secret Service agents swiftly moved to shield Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other senior officials before escorting them to safety. Armed officers rushed through the venue and secured the perimeter, ordering hundreds of guests—including journalists, lawmakers, and public figures—to duck under tables. Authorities later said they apprehended a suspect, and one officer was injured but protected by a bulletproof vest.
