A shooting occurred at the White House correspondents’ dinner in Washington, where a Secret Service agent was injured. The shooter is believed to have targeted government officials, including President Donald Trump, highlighting the ongoing issue of political violence and gun culture in the United States.
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Forty-five years ago, John Hinckley Jr. attempted to assassinate President Ronald Reagan.
On the night of the recent shooting, guests at the White House correspondents’ dinner were forced to take cover as gunshots were fired in the hotel lobby.
A Secret Service agent was shot but survived due to wearing a protective vest.
President Donald Trump has survived two assassination attempts in 2024.
Authorities believe the Washington shooter targeted government officials but the suspect is not cooperating with investigators.
The shooting has led to a security review ahead of King Charles’s visit to Washington.
Experts say harsh political language contributes to violence, and President Trump’s rhetoric has increased political division.
The US has more guns than people, with 120 firearms per 100 residents, contributing to frequent gun violence.
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A security expert told CBS News that the United States is facing its most complex threat situation ever. The main concern is from lone individuals who become violent after being influenced online.
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The statement was made by Sam Vinograd, a CBS News national security contributor.
The interview was on the show "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
The discussion followed the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Experts highlighted the threat from lone actors, meaning individuals acting alone.
These individuals often become violent after being radicalized, or influenced, through online sources.
The threat environment is described as the most complex in U.S. history.
Law enforcement analyst AT Smith also participated in the discussion.
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A shooting occurred on Saturday night at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C. A suspect was arrested, and President Trump along with other top White House officials were quickly moved to safety. One Secret Service agent was hurt but is expected to recover.
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The shooting took place during the White House Correspondents' Dinner event.
The location was Washington, D.C.
A suspect is in custody following the shooting.
President Donald Trump and senior White House officials were present and were swiftly protected.
One Secret Service officer was injured but is anticipated to be okay.
The event was being covered live by CBS News reporters.
Security personnel acted quickly to ensure the safety of those attending.
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Representative Jamie Raskin said he hopes the investigation into the shooting at the White House Correspondents Association dinner will be open, honest, and fair. He spoke about this during an interview after attending the event where the shooting happened.
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A shooting occurred at the White House Correspondents Association dinner on Saturday.
Representative Jamie Raskin was present at the event.
Raskin wants the investigation to be transparent, meaning everyone can see and trust how it is done.
He emphasized that the investigation should be conducted with integrity, meaning it should be honest and ethical.
The remarks were made during a CNN interview on the show "State of the Union."
The event brings together journalists, politicians, and public figures.
The investigation is currently ongoing.
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The article explains that government surveillance of the civil rights movement was extensive and invasive. It warns that similar unchecked surveillance practices continue today.
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The civil rights movement was closely watched by government agencies.
Surveillance included monitoring leaders and activists.
This surveillance affected the movement’s activities and personal lives.
The article connects past surveillance to current government monitoring.
It suggests lessons can be learned from the civil rights movement’s experience.
The legacy of surveillance is still relevant in discussions about privacy and government power.
The article implies ongoing concerns about how surveillance is used today.
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CBS News correspondent Weijia Jiang, who leads the White House Correspondents' Association, was at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when gunshots were fired. She was sitting next to President Donald Trump during the incident and described the event as shocking.
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Weijia Jiang is the president of the White House Correspondents' Association.
She was attending the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Gunshots were fired during the event.
Jiang was sitting next to President Donald Trump at the time.
She said that no amount of news reporting experience prepared her for the shooting.
The event was covered on the CBS News program "Face the Nation."
The incident took place at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, a yearly event for journalists and officials.
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Cole Allen, the man who tried to enter the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, sent a manifesto to his family minutes before the event. The manifesto showed he wanted to target government officials and expressed strong negative views about President Donald Trump and Christians.
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Cole Allen attempted to breach the White House Correspondents' Association dinner while armed with weapons.
He sent a manifesto to his family just before the incident.
The manifesto expressed hatred toward Christians and opposition to President Trump.
Allen’s social media contained anti-Trump and anti-Christian messages.
President Trump described Allen as mentally ill during a Fox News interview.
Allen’s sister told police he often spoke about taking radical actions to "fix" problems.
The full text of the manifesto has not yet been made public.
Authorities are investigating the motives and details of Allen’s actions.
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A man named Cole Tomas Allen tried to enter the White House Correspondents' Dinner with guns and knives to target members of President Donald Trump's administration. The man was stopped by security, a Secret Service officer was shot but is expected to recover, and the suspect faces multiple criminal charges.
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Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from California, tried to storm the ballroom with weapons.
Allen had written about targeting Trump administration officials before the event.
His family alerted police in Connecticut about his behavior before the attack.
Allen traveled by train from California and was registered as a hotel guest days earlier.
He was tackled before entering the event, and shots were fired during the struggle.
A Secret Service officer was hit in a bulletproof vest and is recovering.
Allen is highly educated with degrees in computer science and mechanical engineering.
The White House Correspondents' Dinner was canceled and will be rescheduled.
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A man named Cole Tomas Allen tried to attack the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, D.C. He sent writings to his family expressing anger over President Donald Trump’s administration before the attack. Officials believe he acted alone and intended to target administration members at the event.
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Cole Tomas Allen, 31, is accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents' dinner.
He wrote messages to family members before the shooting showing anger toward Trump administration policies.
Allen called himself a "Friendly Federal Assassin" in his writings.
Investigators found many anti-Trump social media posts linked to Allen.
Allen legally bought guns and kept them at his parents' home without their knowledge.
His brother alerted police after receiving the writings.
Allen traveled from California to Washington, D.C., and stayed at the hotel hosting the event days before the dinner.
Law enforcement believe Allen aimed to target President Trump and administration officials.
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The CBS News show "Face the Nation" featured guests Sam Vinograd, AT Smith, Representative Jamie Raskin, and U.K. Ambassador Christian Turner. They discussed topics related to national security, law enforcement, and U.S.-U.K. relations.
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Sam Vinograd is a national security contributor for CBS News.
AT Smith is a law enforcement analyst for CBS News.
Representative Jamie Raskin participated as a guest on the show.
Christian Turner is the U.K. ambassador to the United States.
The show covered topics connected to security and international relations.
The discussion can be watched on the CBS News app or online through browsers like Chrome and Safari.
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During the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 25, 2026, gunfire was heard near the event, causing chaos among attendees. President Donald Trump, who attended the dinner for the first time as president, and others were quickly escorted to safety by security agents.
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The White House Correspondents' Dinner was held on April 25, 2026, with over 2,500 journalists and guests attending.
President Donald Trump attended the dinner for the first time as president after boycotting it for 15 years.
The event was organized by the White House Correspondents Association and aimed at promoting bipartisanship.
During a magic trick on stage, gunfire was heard, causing immediate security action.
Armed agents rushed the stage and instructed everyone to get down and move behind the stage for safety.
Attendees including President Trump, journalists, and staff were escorted to a secure holding area.
The author, journalist Weijia Jiang, was on stage during the incident and described her experience of the confusion and concern for family members present.
No detailed information about injuries or the shooter was confirmed at the time of reporting.
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President Donald Trump said the recent shooting near the Washington Hilton hotel shows why building a large, secure ballroom at the White House is important. He believes the new ballroom, which is under construction, will provide better safety for events than hotels.
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A shooting incident occurred near the Washington Hilton hotel during the White House Correspondents Association dinner attended by President Trump.
An armed attacker was arrested while rushing toward the Hilton’s ballroom.
President Trump wants to build a new 1,000-seat ballroom at the White House costing $400 million.
The ballroom construction started last October, involving demolishing part of the east wing of the White House.
The project has faced legal challenges and controversy regarding its funding.
Trump says the new ballroom will be more secure with bulletproof glass and drone protection.
President Trump survived two previous assassination attempts during his 2024 election campaign.
The shooting caused guests to take cover, and President Trump was quickly moved out of the hotel.
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Rep. Jamie Raskin described a recent shooting incident at a White House event where he was present, highlighting ongoing concerns about gun violence in the U.S. He called for a serious and bipartisan national discussion on improving public safety, especially for schoolchildren. Raskin also commented on the partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security and hopes Congress will soon resolve funding issues.
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Rep. Jamie Raskin was at a White House event when gunshots were fired, causing panic and people to take cover on the floor.
Kerry Kennedy, a guest at the event and member of the Kennedy family, spoke about the trauma of gun violence faced by children nationwide.
Between 275 and 300 people are shot every day in the U.S., with over 100 deaths daily from gun violence.
Security at the White House event was strong, unlike at schools, malls, and theaters where many shootings happen.
President Trump referenced the new ballroom’s importance in light of the event but the conversation needs to focus on broader public safety.
The Department of Homeland Security, including Secret Service funding, is partially shut down due to a political dispute in Congress.
The Senate unanimously voted to restore funding to Homeland Security except for ICE, but the House Republicans did not agree yet.
Rep. Raskin is hopeful that Congress can soon fully fund Homeland Security and address public safety effectively.
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During a recent "Face the Nation" interview, national security experts discussed a security breach near President Trump. Despite extensive preparations by law enforcement, including the Secret Service and National Guard, an individual managed to get close to the president with firearms. Experts highlighted the complexity of current security threats and the need for new approaches to protect public figures.
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The interview featured Sam Vinograd, a national security contributor, and AT Smith, former deputy director of the Secret Service.
The security perimeter for President Trump’s event included the Secret Service, National Guard, and private security.
Protests occurred outside, covering topics like Jeffrey Epstein, the news network owner, and the Iran war.
An individual was able to get near President Trump carrying two firearms, breaching security measures.
The Secret Service executed evacuation plans effectively but will review how the individual bypassed security checks.
The attacker may have used a train instead of a plane to avoid standard security screenings.
Experts emphasized that current threat environments are highly complex, often involving lone actors radicalized online.
There is a call for both law enforcement and citizens to rethink security at large public events.
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Louisiana police solved the 1982 murder of 16-year-old Roxanne Sharp with help from a podcast that renewed public interest and led to new witnesses. Four men were charged with rape and second-degree murder in connection to the case.
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Roxanne Sharp was killed in the woods of St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, in 1982.
The case went unsolved for decades due to little evidence and few witnesses.
A podcast called "Who Killed Roxanne Sharp?" aired last year, bringing new attention to the case.
The podcast helped police receive important tips and find new witnesses.
Four men, all in their 60s, have been charged with aggravated rape and second-degree murder.
Two of the suspects were already in prison for other crimes; the other two were recently arrested.
The suspects knew Roxanne and lived near where she was killed.
The community and Sharp’s family hope the charges bring justice and closure.
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The Supreme Court will hear a case about limiting lawsuits against pesticide companies. The case involves a conflict between the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement and President Donald Trump's administration.
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The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments on a pesticide-related case.
The case could reduce the ability to sue companies over pesticide harms.
Monsanto, the company that makes the weedkiller Roundup, asked the court to take the case.
Roundup has been the subject of many lawsuits.
The case creates a divide between the MAHA movement and President Trump's administration.
The court's decision could impact future pesticide lawsuits and regulations.
The Supreme Court agreed to hear the case earlier this year.
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Weijia Jiang, president of the White House Correspondents' Association and a CBS News correspondent, described a security incident that occurred during a White House Correspondents' Dinner event. She explained how the SWAT team and Secret Service quickly acted to protect the president, guests, and attendees, including her family.
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The incident happened suddenly during the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Security personnel rushed Weijia Jiang and others to safety on stage and behind the scenes.
President Donald Trump was in a secure holding area during the event.
Over a dozen SWAT officers and Secret Service agents responded quickly.
Weijia Jiang had family members, including her daughter and parents, attending the event.
President Trump briefed Jiang before announcing the event was postponed and planned a press conference.
The President emphasized the importance of continuing and not being deterred by the incident.
Jiang highlighted the fragility of First Amendment freedoms being celebrated at the dinner.
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Senator Thom Tillis said he will support Kevin Warsh’s nomination to be the next Federal Reserve chair, removing a major obstacle for President Trump’s pick. This decision came after the Department of Justice ended its investigation into current Fed chair Jerome Powell, meeting Tillis’s condition for backing Warsh.
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Senator Tillis had blocked Warsh’s confirmation until the DOJ investigation into Jerome Powell ended.
The DOJ dropped the criminal probe into Powell last week.
The DOJ will still allow an investigation into cost overruns at the Fed’s building renovation project.
Tillis was assured the DOJ might appeal a judge’s decision to stop Fed subpoenas, but not to continue the criminal investigation.
With Tillis’s support, Warsh’s nomination will likely move forward in the Senate banking committee.
Jerome Powell’s current term as Fed chair ends on May 15, giving less than three weeks for Warsh’s confirmation.
Powell may remain on the Fed’s board until 2028 if the investigation resolves to his satisfaction.
Tillis said Powell will decide when to leave the board based on the investigation’s final results.
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President Donald Trump said the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner was connected to religion. Investigators are still looking into the suspect’s reasons and have not officially confirmed the motive.
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The shooting happened at the annual White House Correspondents Dinner.
President Trump described the shooting as related to a “religious thing.”
Investigators have not yet confirmed the suspect’s motive.
Officials are continuing to gather information about the suspect and the incident.
President Trump mentioned the suspect had strong feelings of hatred over a long time.
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President Donald Trump spoke calmly after a man tried to attack him at a Washington hotel during an event. He called for Americans to unite and heal political divides amid rising violence but later returned to promoting his political goals and projects.
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A man armed with guns and knives tried to get past security at a Washington hotel where President Trump was attending an event.
The man, Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from California, was arrested by authorities.
President Trump said this was likely a third attempt on his life in less than two years.
Trump described the presidency as a dangerous role and said political violence is increasing worldwide.
He urged Americans to put aside their differences and come together in unity.
After the incident, Trump promoted a White House ballroom construction project, claiming it would improve security.
Previously, after being wounded in a 2024 rally shooting, Trump also called for healing but later returned to his usual combative political style.
Trump’s recent statements mix calls for unity with ongoing political claims and attacks on opponents.
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