Hosts an annual dinner in Washington attended by the president and senior officials; targeted in a shooting incident on April 26, 2026.
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Citizen Digital
… The Associated Press, the White House Correspondents' Association and others have criticized Trump's ban, citing the fundamental American right to free speech and calling for access to be immediately restored. …
CNN, MS NOW and Politico sue Trump over White House banCitizen Digital
… Trump has faced several assassination attempts in recent years, most recently in April when a gunman tried to storm a gala dinner hosted by the White House Correspondents' Association that Trump was attending.
Murder, terror charges for suspects in Trump cage fight attack plotCitizen Digital
… Allen faces four charges in connection with the April 25 attack at the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner at a downtown Washington hotel and potentially faces life in prison if convicted. …
White House press gala shooting suspect pleads not guiltyCitizen Digital
… Trump and senior administration officials were evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association dinner as sounds of gunfire rang from a floor above the ballroom, where the suspect had attempted to sprint past security. …
AI fakes of accused US press gala gunman flood social mediaCitizen Digital
… = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Shots were heard after the welcoming speech at the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association …
What we know about the Trump press gala shootingCitizen Digital
… PHOTO I REUTERS Audio By Vocalize President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump were rushed out of the White House Correspondents' Association dinner by Secret Service agents on Saturday night after a man armed with a shotgun tried to breach security, officials said. …
Trump safe after shooting at White House correspondents dinner, suspect in custodyThe Standard
… The White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) invited Trump this year despite his repeated attacks on the media. …
President Trump, First Lady Melania safe after shooting incident at press dinnerThe Standard
… The White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) invited Trump this year despite his repeated attacks on the media. …
White House press dinner shooting not connected with Iran war, Trump saysThe Standard
… Shots were heard after the welcoming speech at the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association being held at the Washington Hilton Hotel, according to AFP reporters and other witnesses.Tactical security teams with guns drawn took position on the stage where Trump …
What we know about the Trump press gala shootingCNN, MS NOW and Politico sued President Donald Trump and members of his administration on Monday for banning them from White House grounds, claiming it violated their First Amendment rights to free speech and a free press. The outlets are seeking a temporary restraining order in federal court in Washington, D.C., with emergency hearings possible this week.
12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
CNN, MS NOW and Politico sued President Donald Trump and members of his administration on Monday for banning them from White House grounds, claiming it violated their First Amendment rights to free speech and a free press. The outlets are seeking a temporary restraining order in federal court in Washington, D.C., with emergency hearings possible this week.
12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Eight men aged 19 to 32 have been indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges for an alleged plot to attack a UFC event hosted by President Trump at the White House in June using armed drones and snipers. Law enforcement said they foiled the plot before the June 14 "UFC Freedom 250" event, which took place without incident.
11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cole Allen, 31, pleaded not guilty to charges of attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump at a White House press gala last month. He faces four charges including attempted assassination, transportation of a firearm and ammunition across state lines with intent to commit a felony, using a firearm during a crime of violence, and assaulting a federal officer, with a potential life sentence if convicted.
11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
After a man attempted to assassinate Donald Trump at a Washington press gala, AI-generated images flooded Facebook falsely depicting him with over 50 public figures including actors, musicians, politicians, and Pope Leo XIV, inventing biographical connections like "former driver" or "assistant."
29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A gunman opened fire near a security checkpoint during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington DC on Saturday night, prompting Trump's evacuation. Suspect Cole Tomas Allen, 31, was arrested; the FBI and US Attorney General are investigating the incident, with preliminary findings suggesting senior White House officials may have been targeted.
27 April 2026 · Capital News →
Gunshots were fired during the White House Correspondents' Association annual dinner at the Washington Hilton Hotel on Saturday night, prompting the evacuation of US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and hundreds of black-tie guests. Tactical security teams positioned themselves on stage and guests took cover under tables as the event was postponed.
26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A man armed with a shotgun attempted to breach security at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on Saturday night, prompting Secret Service to rush President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump from the event. The suspect was apprehended and all federal officials were reported safe.
26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A shooting incident occurred near the main screening area of the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton Hotel on Saturday night, where President Trump and First Lady Melania were dining. The US Secret Service confirmed both are safe, one suspect has been arrested, and guests evacuated the venue.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →
President Trump has characterized the shooting at the White House Correspondents' dinner as an act by a "lone wolf" with no connection to the ongoing war in Iran. The suspect will be arraigned on Monday and charged with using a firearm during a crime of violence and assault on a federal officer.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →
A sole gunman rushed through a security checkpoint at the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner at the Washington Hilton Hotel on Saturday night, prompting the evacuation of President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, cabinet members, and hundreds of guests. Authorities said no dignitaries or gala guests were hurt.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →