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The Latest Breaking News from Melania Trump

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

The Independent UK

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

Trump calls for unity after correspondents’ dinner shooting. But will it last?

Trump called for Americans to put aside their differences and unite

The Independent UK

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Trump claims gala shooting gives urgency to White House ballroom plan

President presses case for controversial $400m project following White House correspondents’ dinner shooting

The Guardian - US

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

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.

Bored Panda

Trump adviser tried to chant ‘USA! USA!’ during DC dinner shooting, but was shushed: 'No one wanted to hear it'

A senior adviser to President Donald Trump was met with silence and shushing after attempting to start a patriotic chant moments after gunfire disrupted a high-profile dinner in Washington.

The Times of India

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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

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…

The Times of India

Trump Prioritises Infrastructure Over Security Reform Following Shooting at White House Social Event – 'We Need a Ballroom'

Following a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, President Trump pushes for a new ballroom, citing security needs. The project faces legal challenges and raises conflict-of-interest concerns.

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.

International Business Times 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

The Independent UK

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

The Guardian - US

World leaders react to White House press dinner shooting: no place for violence in democracy

Beyond condemning the attack, many leaders praised the US secret service, police and responders in ensuring the safety of guests. One officer was shot but was protected by a bulletproof vest and is in 'good condition', Trump said.

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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…

Euronews

Who is Cole Allen? What we know about White House press dinner shooting suspect

The man arrested in the shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner, attended by US President Donald Trump, has been identified by US media as a mechanical engineer from California.

The Guardian - US

King’s US visit to go ahead as planned, Trump says – as it happened

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The Guardian - US

I’ve covered Trump for a decade. At the White House correspondents’ dinner, darkness came viscerally close

Men in tuxedos and women in dresses dove under tables, like a scene from a dozen Hollywood movies, but now it was happening to me

Evening Standard

Washington shooting: King’s security for US trip always ‘taken very seriously’

The US president said the attack ‘unified’ political opponents and the press attending the event at a Washington DC hotel.

The Independent UK

Trump insists King’s state visit will go ahead as security reviewed after Washington shooting

Buckingham Palace said talks are taking place to review ‘what degree the events of Saturday evening may or may not impact on the operational planning for the visit’

The Times of India

Trump survives White House dinner shooting scare as armed 'tutor' held -- key points

A shooting scare near the White House Correspondents' Dinner forced the evacuation of President Trump and other top officials. The suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, was apprehended after allegedly charging a security checkpoint with multiple weapons. An officer was shot but saved by a bulletproof vest. Investigations into the…

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The Alleged White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooter Identified: ‘Very Sick Person’

The White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting suspect as Cole Tomas Allen, with President Donald Trump saying he's "very sick person".

International Business Times

5 Key Facts About Cole Allen: Suspect in Trump WHCA Dinner Assassination Attempt

Cole Tomas Allen, the 31-year-old California teacher identified as the suspect in Saturday night's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, has emerged as a central figure in the latest apparent assassination attempt on President Donald Trump. Authorities describe him as a lone actor who allegedly bypassed security at…

International Business Times

(VIDEO) 10 Must-Know Facts on Trump Assassination Attempt at 2026 WH Correspondents' Dinner

President Donald Trump was rushed to safety Saturday night after gunshots rang out during the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner at the Washington Hilton, in what authorities are investigating as the latest apparent assassination attempt on the sitting president. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were unharmed, but the incident…

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