Trump says Correspondents' dinner shooting suspect wrote anti-Christian manifesto
Authorities say the suspect sent a manifesto minutes before the attack and listed Trump administration officials as targets, with investigators reviewing anti-Trump and anti-Christian writings.
- On Saturday, April 25, 2026, an armed man attempted to breach the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, forcing President Donald Trump and other officials to evacuate to safety.
- Investigators identified the suspect as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen of Torrance, California, who allegedly sent a manifesto to his family 10 minutes before the attack expressing anti-government views and intent to target administration officials.
- The alleged document, which President Trump described as "strongly anti-Christian," detailed Allen's hatred and planning. Authorities confirmed Allen legally purchased the firearms used in the incident.
- A Secret Service officer shot during the encounter survived thanks to a bulletproof vest. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed Allen remains in custody and faces multiple charges.
- Security protocols for upcoming high-profile events, including King Charles III's state visit within 24 hours, are under review. Trump renewed arguments for constructing a secure ballroom at the White House.
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'If I was an Iranian agent…': White House shooter sent manifesto before attack
The White House shooter Cole Allen sent manifesto to his family where he ridiculed the security arrangements of White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. As per multiple reports, the manifesto criticised the event's security labelling it as "insane" lack of preparation and claimed that it would be easy for an Iranian agent to infiltrate and can cause severe damage. “Like, the one thing that I immediately noticed walking into the hotel is t…
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FBI Director Kash Patel appeared indifferent during the WH Congressional Dinner shooting incident, seen using his phone while Secret Service assisted attendees.
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