Blanche says authorities believe suspect was targeting Trump admin. officials
Summary
An armed man tried to enter the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner in Washington, D.C., where President Trump and other top officials were attending. Authorities believe the suspect was targeting members of President Trump's administration, but no one was seriously hurt.Key Facts
- The suspect, 31-year-old Cole Allen from California, was armed with a shotgun, handgun, and knives.
- He attempted to pass a security checkpoint outside the dinner, held at the Washington Hilton hotel.
- President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Cabinet members were quickly moved to safety.
- One Secret Service agent was shot but protected by a bulletproof vest and survived.
- The suspect traveled by train from Los Angeles to Chicago, then to Washington, D.C.
- The suspect is not cooperating with investigators, who are still trying to understand his motives.
- He faces at least two federal charges: using a firearm during a violent crime and assault on a federal officer with a dangerous weapon.
- Authorities continue to explore other possible charges depending on evidence about his intentions.
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