Trump Evacuated From White House Correspondents Dinner Event
April 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US President Donald Trump Evacuated from White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Washington D.C. - US President Donald Trump was escorted out of a hotel in Washington, DC by his Secret Service agents on Saturday evening. The incident occurred at the White House correspondents’ dinner event, which was being held at the Washington Hilton.
According to eyewitnesses, loud sounds were heard inside the banquet hall during the event. Footage from the scene showed Trump and attendees taking cover after the noise. As a result, Trump was evacuated from the premises by his Secret Service agents.
No further details have been released about the cause of the loud sounds or the incident that led to Trump’s evacuation. The White House correspondents’ dinner is an annual event that brings together journalists and politicians for a night of discussion and networking.
The Secret Service is responsible for providing security for the President and his entourage, including during events such as this one. Their primary role is to ensure the safety and security of the individuals they are protecting.
The incident has been reported by various news outlets, but no further information is available at this time.
Source: Al Jazeera