Suspected assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump reported

A Suspected Assassination Attempt Occurred at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

A man is in custody following an incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where US President Donald Trump was attending. According to reports, the individual attempted to rush the event and was armed with multiple firearms and knives.

Security personnel responded swiftly to the situation, and Mr. Trump was escorted away from the scene after shots were fired. The exact circumstances surrounding the incident are still being investigated.

Details of the suspect’s identity and motivations remain unclear at this time. Law enforcement officials have confirmed that the individual is currently in custody, pending further investigation.

The White House Correspondents’ Dinner is an annual event that brings together journalists, politicians, and other guests to discuss current events. The dinner has been held annually since 1922, with President Trump attending the most recent event.

No further information on the incident or its aftermath is available at this time.

Source: Al Jazeera