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King Charles’s security for US visit this week reviewed after Washington shooting
Officials said the review follows a shooting that injured one officer and forced President Donald Trump and other guests to evacuate.
- Security arrangements for King Charles III's state visit to the United States next week are under active review following an attempted attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night.
- On Saturday night, President Donald Trump was rushed to safety after a gunman opened fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in the Washington Hilton hotel, with authorities identifying the suspect as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen.
- Deputy Director Matthew Quinn praised the Secret Service's 'layered security posture' for stopping the shooter at first contact, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the incident as an attack on democratic institutions.
- Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche indicated that additional federal charges will be filed against Allen, whose home in Torrance, California, is being searched by the FBI and local police.
- Marking the 250th anniversary of American independence, the state visit begins later this month, with King Charles III and Queen Camilla expected to participate in celebrations across the United States, including a block party.
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King Charles 'greatly relieved' after Trump unhurt at White House dinner
King Charles is being kept fully informed after an alleged gunman attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' dinner, with Buckingham Palace confirming the King is greatly relieved that President Trump and all guests were unharmed
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"Conversations will be held throughout the day to consider the extent to which Saturday's events may or may not affect the planning of the visit which begins tomorrow," Buckingham Palace said.
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