Hinckley compares Trump gala shooting to 1981 Reagan assassination incident

April 29, 2026 • Google News World

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John Hinckley Jr. has made comments about his past shooting of President Ronald Reagan, comparing it to an alleged assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at the same hotel.

According to reports, Hinckley Jr. attended a press gala event hosted by the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCD) in Washington D.C., where he allegedly attempted to shoot former President Trump. The incident occurred at the same hotel where Hinckley Jr. had previously shot and injured President Reagan in 1981.

In an interview, Hinckley Jr. described the event as “spooky,” drawing a comparison between his past actions and the alleged attempt on Trump’s life. However, it is unclear what specifically led to the incident or whether any shots were actually fired at Trump.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has stated that they are unsure if a Secret Service officer was hit by gunfire during the incident. The investigation into the event is ongoing.

Facts surrounding the alleged assassination attempt on Trump have been disputed, with some sources suggesting that conspiracy theories may be involved. However, no further information is available at this time.

The incident has raised questions about security measures in place for high-profile events and the potential for similar incidents to occur in the future.

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