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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Richard Gilzene

What the White House Correspondents’ Dinner looked like after shots rang out

  • The Independent's White House correspondent, Andrew Feinberg, witnessed a shooting incident outside the Washington Hilton during a correspondents' dinner on Saturday, 25 April.
  • Shots rang out from the door behind Feinberg's table, causing immediate panic to grip the ballroom.
  • Secret Service agents swiftly tackled a gunman outside the venue.
  • Inside, security personnel urged guests to take cover, leading to a chaotic scene with people screaming and seeking shelter under tables.
  • Feinberg captured the unfolding events on camera, noting the sound of gunshots and the rapid response of security.

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