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'When you read his manifesto, he hates Christians': Trump calls White House gunman 'sick guy'

President Trump described the man who attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner as a "sick guy" who "hates Christians," citing a manifesto. The suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, was armed and subdued by Secret Service before entering the venue, preventing a potential attack on attendees including the…

The Times of India

RFK Jr. Appears Nonchalant During WHCD Shooting, Saying 'I'm Really Hungry' in a Text With Worried Son

A White House Correspondents' Dinner security scare has drawn attention after RFK Jr.'s reportedly calm reaction, including a brief 'I'm really hungry' text while messaging his worried son.

International Business Times UK

What happened inside the ballroom when a gunman tried to breach Trump's night with the press

The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner is one of Washington’s curious rituals

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Trump targeted by ‘sick’ shooter who called himself the ‘Friendly Federal Assassin’

Gunman allegedly sent manifesto to family minutes before opening fire, as president insists 'brave' King will still visit US

The Independent UK

The presidential line of succession was at the shooting that targeted the Trump administration. Amid security doubts, 'the system worked,' AG says

"Law enforcement and the Secret Service protected all of us. The man barely got past the perimeter."

Fortune

Trump calls ‘third rate’ ABC News anchor morning after correspondents’ dinner shooting with two things on his mind

Karl says Trump, who has often insulted him, checked to see if he was OK and spoke about unity

The Independent UK

Trump rushed offstage at Correspondents’ Dinner after gunfire — the internet already suspects he set it up himself, and this is why

The pivot came faster than the evacuation this time.

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Melania Trump Distressed: 'Visibly Shaken' FLOTUS Actually Realised There Was a Shooter Before Anyone Else Did

Melania Trump was left visibly shaken after gunfire erupted at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner in Washington, prompting a rapid Secret Service lockdown.

International Business Times UK

The Independent captures panic inside ballroom at White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

The Independent’s White House correspondent captured the moment panic gripped the ballroom at the Washington Hilton as Secret Service agents tackled a gunman outside.

The Independent UK

Netizens Roast White House Dinner Security Incident With Sharp Memes

Here are the most hilarious memes from online users after the White House Correspondents' Dinner incident.

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Why Trump, MAGA and Fetterman say correspondents’ dinner shooting seals deal for $400M White House ballroom

Trump and allies — including the Pennsylvania Democrat — claim controversial East Wing demolition replacement is necessary to mitigate security risks

The Independent UK

Eerie Foreshadowing: The Heart-Stopping Moment Karoline Leavitt Predicted 'Shots Fired' Just Before WHCD Shooting Began

Gunfire outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner forced Donald Trump and Karoline Leavitt to flee the Washington Hilton after her eerie 'shots will be fired' remark on live TV.

International Business Times UK

Ben Stiller bombarded with angry messages after tweet mistaken for Trump shooting rant

Actor posted ‘Got it done’ 20 minutes after a gunman fired shots at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner

The Independent UK

Kash Patel seen ‘scrolling his phone’ as agents rush guests from DC shooting scare involving Trump: 'No sense of urgency'

FBI Director Kash Patel is facing backlash after he was filmed scrolling through his phone while security forces rushed guests to safety during a shooting scare near a high-profile Washington dinner attended by US President Donald Trump.

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The Guardian - US

Gunfire at the White House correspondents’ dinner is another grim sign of our times

A Washington DC event descending into panic and fear after gunshots is, sadly, of a piece with the chaotic tragedy of our times

The Times of India

Third attempt: Defiant Trump shrugs off gunman threat

TOI correspondent from Washington: A California school teacher who graduated from Caltech and interned at a Nasa lab was apprehended by the Secret Service on Saturday after he tried to shoot his way into a media dinner with the intent to attack US President Donald Trump who was to speak…

International Business Times UK

A Devastating Echo: Erika Kirk Relives Trauma of Husband's Assassination at WHCD

Gunfire shattered the White House Correspondents' Dinner, sending guests for cover and leaving Erika Kirk in tears as Trump hailed security and officials warned many facts remain unconfirmed.

Reason

Shooter Reportedly Targets Trump Officials at White House Correspondents' Dinner

Gunman subdued at security checkpoint.

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The Independent UK

The moment-by-moment breakdown of how White House Correspondents’ dinner shooting targeting Trump unfolded

A man has been arrested in connection with the incident and is reported to have targeted President Trump

International Business Times UK

Viral Video Reveals Kash Patel, FBI Chief, Remaining Seated Calmly While Attendees Scramble for Cover Under Fire at the WHCD

A viral video shows FBI Director Kash Patel remaining seated during a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, sparking debate over his composure and future at the FBI.

The Guardian - US

White House press dinner shooting suspect could be charged with trying to assassinate Trump, says Blanche

Acting attorney general says suspect was believed to have been targeting top Trump administration officials

International Business Times UK

Who Is Cole Tomas Allen? Everything You Should Know About the Trump Dinner Shooter

Cole Tomas Allen, a Californian, was arrested for allegedly opening fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner attended by President Trump. The incident caused panic and led to Allen's arrest.

The Times of India

Watch: How JD Vance was evacuated amid gunfire panic at White House correspondents' dinner

Gunfire erupted outside a media gala attended by President Trump and Vice President Vance at the Washington Hilton, prompting a swift evacuation of officials. Secret Service agents apprehended the armed suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, before he could reach the ballroom. No dignitaries were injured, though one officer was…

The Guardian - US

Suspected gunman at White House press dinner named

Law enforcement agencies name Cole Tomas Allen as Trump posts video of man sprinting through checkpoint

The Times of India

Stayed at Hilton, no metal detectors: How suspect slipped past security, carried out shooting at WH Correspondents’ Dinner

An armed man breached security at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, exchanging fire with law enforcement before being apprehended. Investigators believe gaps in outer security layers allowed the suspect, staying at the hotel, to approach the event. He was tackled by Secret Service agents near a checkpoint.

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