Trump lashes out at 'fake news' and jokes about 2028 presidential run in press gala do-over
Summary
President Donald Trump gave a speech at the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner, three months after the event was stopped by a suspected assassination attempt. During the speech, he criticized the news media, joked about running for a third and fourth presidential term (which is not allowed by the Constitution), and expressed respect for journalists.Key Facts
- The White House Correspondents' Dinner was rescheduled after being canceled due to a gun attack in April.
- President Trump called the media "fake news" and mentioned "Trump derangement syndrome."
- He joked about running for a third and even a fourth presidential term, though the Constitution only allows two terms.
- Trump threw a "Trump 2028" hat as part of his joke about a future run.
- He acknowledged giving the press unusual access by answering many questions and taking calls.
- Trump said speaking to the press helps get better news coverage.
- The event had high security after the April assassination attempt.
- Cole Allen, 31, pleaded not guilty to charges related to attempting to kill President Trump.
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