US EditionKaroline Leavitt interview draws attention after “shots fired” remark ahead of Donald Trump White House dinner
A suspect was detained after gunfire forced the evacuation of Trump, Melania Trump and Leavitt, and the dinner was canceled.
- Chaos erupted Saturday night at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Dinner when a gunman opened fire, forcing the evacuation of President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump; one officer was wounded but survived due to a bulletproof vest.
- Authorities identified the suspect as 31-year-old Cole Allen from Torrance, California, who was staying as a guest at the Washington Hilton and was armed with a shotgun, a handgun, and multiple knives.
- U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro announced the suspect faces arraignment Monday on charges including assault on a federal officer, while Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche indicated additional charges are expected.
- On Truth Social, President Trump praised the Secret Service for their "quick and brave" response and described the gunman as a "sick person," noting the assailant looked "pretty evil."
- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's prior "shots fired" comment went viral following the cancellation, yet Trump vowed to reschedule the event, stating the incident "unified" political opponents and media members.
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Karoline Leavitt delays maternity leave after WHCD shooting
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is delaying her previously scheduled maternity leave to brief reporters on Monday on the fallout after an alleged gunman attempted to target President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner over the weekend. Leavitt, who is pregnant with her second child, announced on X that she would hold a press briefing on Monday afternoon. I will hold a Press Briefing at 1PM ET today.—…
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