Accused shooter was targeting Trump and US officials, authorities say
Summary
A man tried to attack the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner where President Donald Trump and other officials were present. Authorities believe he planned to target President Trump and members of his administration and have arrested him.Key Facts
- Shots were fired near the dinner where President Trump and hundreds of journalists attended.
- The suspect traveled from California to Washington, DC, by train.
- Authorities believe the suspect aimed to attack President Trump and other administration members.
- The suspect is identified as Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California.
- Investigations show he carried two firearms bought in recent years.
- One Secret Service officer was shot but is recovering.
- The suspect is not cooperating with law enforcement and will face multiple charges.
- President Trump used the incident to promote building a secure ballroom next to the White House.
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