Trump safe after shooting at White House Correspondents Dinner

April 26, 2026 • Google News World

Multiple Shots Fired at White House Correspondents’ Dinner, Suspect in Custody

A shooting incident occurred at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner last night, resulting in multiple shots being fired. The suspect has been taken into custody.

According to reports, the event was attended by prominent figures from various fields, including politics and media. Witnesses described a chaotic scene with people running for cover.

The suspect, identified as a Caltech graduate who had recently received an award as “Teacher of the Month,” is currently in police custody. The motive behind the shooting is still unclear.

President Trump, who was scheduled to attend the event, escaped unharmed after being evacuated from the premises. In a statement, he described his experience as “chaotic” but emphasized that he remains focused on his duties.

The incident has raised questions about security measures in place at high-profile events and the safety protocols for public figures.

Law enforcement officials are investigating the incident, and further details have not been released.

Source: Google News World