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Press dinner shooting conspiracy theories spread in era of fractured politics

Neither political party is immune to conspiracy theories in a time of intense distrust in government and media, experts say

The Guardian - US · Apr 28

‘I could go on’: Stephen King just named every president who caught a bullet and Congress still can’t act

As usual, Stephen King has no time for stupidity.

We Got This Covered · Apr 28

Jimmy Kimmel defends Melania joke after Trumps call for his sacking

Kimmel has insisted that the joke was not ‘a call to assassination’ but a ‘light roast’ about the age difference between Trump and his wife

Evening Standard · Apr 28

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'This Game is a Miss': Cole Allen's Indie Game 'Bohrdom' Goes Viral After Failed White House Assassination Plot

An indie game, 'Bohrdom', has gone viral after its creator, Cole Tomas Allen, was arrested for a failed assassination attempt on President Trump at the Washington Hilton.

International Business Times UK · Apr 28

Jimmy Kimmel defends Melania ‘widow’ joke after Trump called for him to be ‘immediately fired’

Kimmel used his monologue on Monday’s show to address his joke about Melania Trump

The Independent UK · Apr 28

Trump shooting latest: Jimmy Kimmel hits back at Melania and labels president to blame for ‘hateful and violent rhetoric’

Comedian claims offending ‘widow’ gag was intended to make light of the age difference between the first couple and was ‘not, by any stretch of the definition, a call to assassination’

The Independent UK · Apr 28

‘Best time to buy a gun… today’: Chilling online trail of suspect behind Trump dinner shooting

Social media activity of Cole Tomas Allen, charged in an alleged assassination attempt on President Trump, shifted from gaming to angry political messages. Posts from 2024 and 2025 criticized Trump, questioned election outcomes, and encouraged gun ownership, mirroring a message sent to family before the incident.

The Times of India · Apr 28

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Cole Allen Charged With Attempting To Assassinate President Donald Trump

Cole Allen was charged with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump on Monday, two days after seeking to enter the White House Correspondents' Dinner while heavily armed.

International Business Times · Apr 27

Melania Trump blasts Jimmy Kimmel for ‘hateful rhetoric’ after he joked about her looking like a widow

Amid the latest assassination attempt on her husband, Melania Trump has condemned comedian Jimmy Kimmel for claiming she was looking like a “widow”.

BANG Premier · Apr 27

King to hint at recent Trump and Starmer tensions in speech to Congress on second day of state visit

Charles and Camilla have begun their four-day state visit to the US and will be guests of honour at a White House banquet later

Evening Standard · Apr 27

Correspondents' Dinner suspect charged with attempted assassination of Trump

The charge could carry a penalty of life in prison if convicted.

Axios · Apr 27

Trump spokeswoman Leavitt tees off on ‘crazed Democrats’ for White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting: ‘Cult of hatred’

Leavitt says media rhetoric over Trump’s authoritarian tendencies has led to assassination attempts

The Independent UK · Apr 27

Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents' dinner shooting

Allen, of Torrance in California, is being represented by lawyers with the federal defender's office and sat beside them in court in a blue jail uniform.

Euronews · Apr 27

Drones, special forces and undercover agents: Inside the King’s ‘ring of security’ during his US state visit

A suspect has been charged with the attempted assassination of Trump after the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner

The Independent UK · Apr 27

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We Got This Covered · Apr 27

‘It’s a dangerous profession’: Trump compares himself to Abraham Lincoln, saying he is a target of assassinations because he ‘does the most’

Bluster and bravery in the face of fear.

International Business Times UK · Apr 27

Musk's Baby Mama Alleges White House Has Group Chats Telling Right-Leaning Social Media Accounts What to Post

Ashley St. Clair has claimed that White House-linked group chats coordinate messaging for right-leaning accounts after major events, such as the attempted assassination of Trump and the recent WHDC shooting scare.

International Business Times UK · Apr 27

Benjamin Netanyahu Condemns 'Violent' Attempted Assassination of Trump Amid Israel Facing Court Proceedings for Genocide

Israeli PM Netanyahu condemns an assassination attempt on Trump while facing his own legal challenges, including an ICC arrest warrant and genocide allegations at the ICJ.

Euronews · Apr 27

From Castro to Trump: Leaders who survived the most assassination attempts in history

An armed man opened fire near the White House correspondents' dinner, injuring a Secret Service agent and forcing Donald Trump and top officials to be evacuated. Euronews takes a look at world leaders most targeted by assassination plots.

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International Business Times UK · Apr 27

Will King Charles, Queen Camilla Still Visit US After Trump Shooting? Minor Changes Explained

King Charles and Queen Camilla's US state visit will proceed despite an alleged assassination attempt on President Trump. The visit aims to reinforce UK-US relations amid political tensions.

The Independent UK · Apr 27

Trump shooting eyewitness describes panic after gunshots at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

An eyewitness to the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ dinner said that he does not believe that it was an assassination attempt on Donald Trump.

International Business Times UK · Apr 27

Charlie Kirk's Chilling 'Assassination Culture' Tweet Resurfaces After Correspondents' Dinner Shooting—Claimed Violence Would Be 'Justified'

A shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner has reignited debates on political rhetoric and event security, following resurfaced social media posts by Charlie Kirk warning of an 'assassination culture.'

The Times of India · Apr 27

Candace Owens faces viral claims linking her to Cole Thomas Allen before alleged assassination attempt

A viral video claims a link between Candace Owens and little-known teacher Cole Thomas Allen, pointing to a spike in online searches before an alleged assassination attempt. The theory highlights Owens’ sudden trip to Italy and unusual timing as key clues. While the claims have sparked intense online debate, there…

International Business Times UK · Apr 26

DOJ Leverages Trump Assassination Attempt to Demand Lawsuit Dismissal: 'Your Case Puts President Life at Grave Risk'

The Justice Department demands the dismissal of a lawsuit against White House ballroom construction, citing security risks after an attack on President Trump at the Washington Hilton.

International Business Times UK · Apr 26

'President Trump Was Truly Fearless': Karoline Leavitt Claims WHCD Shooter 'Sought to Assassinate' the POTUS

The White House Correspondents' Dinner was disrupted by gunfire, leading to chaos. President Trump was praised for his response, while social media questioned the incident's authenticity.

International Business Times UK · Apr 26

Kash Patel Girlfriend Reacts to Assassination Attempt by Defending Police and Blasting Threatening News Fabrications

A gunman targeted the 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner, prompting evacuation and sparking debate on media responsibility. Alexis Wilkins, present at the event, criticised media incitement.

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