US President Trump unharmed after shots fired near White House correspondents dinner

April 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

US President Trump unharmed after shots fired near White House correspondents dinner

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that a shooting incident has been resolved, with the suspect apprehended. According to Mr. Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and Vice President JD Vance have been found in good health.

In a statement, Mr. Trump provided an update on the situation, stating that law enforcement efforts had resulted in the capture of the individual involved. He also assured the public that both Mrs. Trump and Vice President Vance were receiving medical attention but were currently stable.

Details regarding the incident are not yet available, as investigations are ongoing. However, officials have confirmed that no further information will be released at this time.

The White House has issued a statement confirming Mr. Trump’s update on the situation. The exact nature of the incident and the circumstances surrounding it remain unclear until official reports are made public.

As the investigation continues, authorities are working to gather more information about the incident. The identities of those involved have not been released, pending further review by law enforcement agencies.

The First Lady and Vice President Vance were taken into custody following the incident, but their current condition has been confirmed as stable by medical professionals.

Source: Al Jazeera