27.04.2026 11:47
An armed attack at a dinner attended by US President Donald Trump caused widespread panic. After gunshots and shouts, the Secret Service quickly escorted Trump out of the hall. The detained assailant reportedly said in his initial statement that his target was officials serving in the Trump administration.
The White House Correspondents' Association dinner, held at a hotel in Washington D.C. with the participation of US President Donald Trump and members of his cabinet, turned into moments of fear.
As gunshots were heard one after another, a great panic broke out in the hall, and Trump and those with him were quickly evacuated from the scene by the Secret Service.
STRIKING CLAIM! ATTACKER CONFESSED
A striking claim has emerged regarding the armed attack at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in the US. According to sources speaking to CBS News, the attack suspect said during interrogation that his target was officials serving in the Trump administration.
SUSPECT EXPLAINS HIS AIM
According to sources close to officials, the detained attacker stated in his statement that he consciously planned the action and specifically targeted figures affiliated with the Trump administration.
SUSPECT'S IDENTITY DETERMINED
According to public records, the attacker was identified as a teacher and video game developer in Southern California.
INVESTIGATION CONTINUES
A large-scale investigation has been launched following the incident, while the motivation for the attack and possible connections are being examined in detail. Authorities are also investigating whether the suspect acted alone.
The assassination attempt, which caused a major uproar in the US, has once again brought the security of high-level political figures to the forefront.
HE SUPPORTED DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE HARRIS IN THE ELECTIONS
While a student at Caltech, he was featured in a local news report in 2017 for developing a prototype emergency brake for wheelchairs. According to Federal Election Commission records, Allen donated $25 to Kamala Harris's presidential campaign in October 2024.
HE WAS AT THE HOTEL AS A GUEST
Authorities believe the suspect was staying as a guest at the Washington Hilton Hotel, where the event was held. Jeffery Carroll stated that police teams secured a room belonging to the suspect and are investigating what was found inside.
CAUGHT WITH HEAVY WEAPONS
Carroll also stated that the suspect was found with a shotgun, a pistol, and multiple knives, and that there was an exchange of fire with law enforcement during the arrest.