Trump Evacuated After Shooting Outside White House Correspondents Dinner
April 26, 2026 • Google News World
A shooting occurred outside the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, prompting the cancellation of the event and the evacuation of President Trump. The incident is under investigation.
According to reports, the suspect involved in the shooting worked as a teacher in California. Authorities have not released further information on the suspect’s identity or motives at this time.
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner was scheduled to take place at the Washington Hilton Hotel, where the shooting occurred. Witnesses reported hearing gunfire and seeing individuals being evacuated from the area.
President Trump was reportedly escorted to a secure location after the incident. The Secret Service has confirmed that he is safe.
Details about the shooting are still emerging, but officials have stated that no one else was injured in the incident. An investigation into the cause of the shooting is ongoing.
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner is an annual event that brings together journalists and politicians to discuss current events. The cancellation of this year’s event has sparked a reaction from some in the media community, who are expressing concern about the safety of such events.
The incident highlights the risks associated with public events and the importance of security measures in place to protect attendees.
Source: Google News World