President Donald Trump and other top US leaders were safe after a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, DC. A gunman fired shots, hitting a Secret Service agent who was protected by a bulletproof vest, and the suspect was captured by authorities.
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The shooting happened at the Washington Hilton hotel during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Cabinet members were unharmed.
A man named Cole Tomas Allen, 31 years old from California, was arrested as the shooter.
The gunman fired at a Secret Service agent, who was hit but protected by body armor and not seriously injured.
Secret Service agents quickly evacuated the President and others from the event after the shots were fired.
President Trump praised the law enforcement response and said the dinner will be rescheduled within 30 days.
The Hilton hotel, where the event took place, has a history connected to an assassination attempt on President Ronald Reagan in 1981.
President Trump posted on Truth Social confirming the shooter was caught and thanked the Secret Service agents for their work.
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Dozens of UK MPs oppose Health Secretary Wes Streeting’s new power to tell the NHS what to pay for drugs, worrying this move may be illegal and will weaken an independent body called NICE that sets fair drug prices. The change comes from a UK-US drug pricing deal linked to President Donald Trump’s administration, which critics say will cost the NHS more and benefit drug companies.
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Wes Streeting gained power to overrule NICE’s drug pricing decisions for the NHS.
Thirty-one MPs signed a motion opposing this new power.
NICE has set drug prices since 1999 to ensure value for NHS spending.
Critics say the change threatens NICE’s independence and patient care.
The UK-US deal allows UK drug exports to the US to avoid tariffs.
Andrew Lansley, a former Conservative health secretary, also opposes the regulations.
Health experts warn higher drug costs will force NHS cuts to other services.
The deal is linked to pressure from President Donald Trump’s administration.
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A man named Cole Allen from Torrance, California, was arrested after a shooting near the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner in Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, and other important guests were safe, while one Secret Service agent was injured but is expected to recover.
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The shooting happened outside the Washington Hilton hotel during the annual White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.
The suspect, Cole Allen, was armed with multiple guns and knives.
A Secret Service agent was hit in the chest but suffered non life-threatening wounds.
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump were not harmed in the incident.
The motive for the shooting is currently unknown.
Authorities, including the FBI and SWAT teams, investigated the suspect’s home in Torrance, California.
The Secret Service director praised the agents for their quick and effective response.
The event and attack brought back memories of a previous shooting attempt at a Trump campaign rally in 2024.
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Gunfire broke out inside a Washington DC hotel ballroom during the White House Correspondents' Dinner, causing panic among guests. President Donald Trump was quickly escorted away by security while the suspect was arrested and is facing charges.
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Gunfire was heard at the Washington Hilton ballroom during the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Guests, including politicians, diplomats, and journalists, hid under tables for safety.
The suspect is Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from Torrance, California.
One U.S. security agent was injured and treated in hospital.
President Donald Trump was rushed from the event by Secret Service agents.
The suspect was arrested on site, handcuffed, and will be formally charged in court.
Trump later addressed the press at the White House while still wearing his tuxedo.
The shooting caused confusion and trauma, including for Melania Trump.
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The war in Iran is causing worries for the NHS in the UK about shortages and higher costs for medical supplies like syringes, gloves, and medicines. The conflict has disrupted petrochemical supplies and shipping routes, which are crucial for making many healthcare products. NHS officials are increasing stockpiles and seeking extra government funding to face possible problems if the war continues.
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The NHS spends about £8 billion yearly on medical equipment and consumables and £21.6 billion on medicines.
Many medical products rely on petrochemicals, which are currently delayed due to the Gulf shipping standstill caused by the Iran war.
The Iran war has disrupted oil supply, shipping routes, and Middle East airports important for transporting medicines.
NHS England is buying more drugs and supplies now to build buffers against future shortages.
Supply chains for cancer drugs and other medicines are fragile, often depending on a single supplier.
NHS Supply Chain manages over 620,000 products and is working with suppliers to maintain deliveries.
Medical staff at some hospitals use millions of gloves annually and are being encouraged to reduce overuse.
The NHS might ask the government for more money if prices rise significantly due to the war.
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A man named Cole Allen opened fire outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner while President Donald Trump and others were inside. The suspect was arrested, a Secret Service agent was protected by a bulletproof vest, and no serious injuries were reported.
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The shooting happened outside the Washington Hilton Hotel during the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
President Trump and the First Lady were safely evacuated.
The suspect, Cole Allen, 31, was armed with a shotgun, handgun, and multiple knives.
At least five to eight shots were fired during the incident.
A Secret Service agent was hit but is expected to recover due to wearing a bulletproof vest.
Allen told police he wanted to shoot Trump administration officials.
Cole Allen graduated from Caltech in 2017 and worked for a tutoring company in California.
He faces charges including using a firearm during a crime of violence and assault on a federal officer with a dangerous weapon.
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President Donald Trump said he first thought the noise of a gunman at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner was just a tray falling. The gunman was quickly stopped by law enforcement before entering the ballroom, and the president provided his first public comments on the incident during a news conference at the White House.
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The gunman charged a security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.
President Trump initially thought the noise was a tray falling.
Secret Service agents quickly stopped the gunman before he reached the ballroom.
The gunman fired at a Secret Service agent, who was protected by a bulletproof vest.
The suspect appeared to be acting alone and was from California.
Trump held a news conference with senior officials after the incident.
The president compared himself to Abraham Lincoln, saying impactful leaders are often targeted.
Trump was seated with his wife Melania and journalist Weijia Jiang when the shooting began.
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A small plane crashed shortly after takeoff near Minneapolis, killing North Dakota state legislator Liz Conmy and the pilot. The crash happened in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, and is currently under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board.
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The crash occurred near Crystal Airport, north of Minneapolis.
North Dakota state Representative Liz Conmy died in the crash.
The pilot also died, but their name was not released.
The plane caught fire after crashing in a park in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.
Two people were on the plane according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the crash.
Liz Conmy was a member of the North Dakota Democratic–Nonpartisan League Party.
Her party described her as a strong supporter of public education, the environment, and transparency.
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A man with many weapons disrupted the annual White House Correspondents Association dinner in Washington. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were evacuated safely while the gunman was stopped by the police and faced charges.
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The event was the White House Correspondents Association dinner in Washington, D.C.
A heavily armed man caused the disturbance at the dinner.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were evacuated for safety.
The gunman exchanged gunfire with law enforcement officers.
Police subdued the gunman and took him into custody.
The attendees included journalists and government officials from both political parties.
The gunman is now facing legal charges related to the incident.
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At the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner held at the Washington Hilton hotel, an unexpected incident caused fear and emotional reactions among attendees. People sought shelter and comfort during the event, which was different from previous dinners covered there.
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The event was the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.
It took place at the Washington Hilton hotel.
The reporter has attended the WHCA dinner multiple times before.
During this dinner, something caused attendees to hide under tables for safety.
Some people showed signs of fear and distress.
The incident disrupted the usual atmosphere of the event.
The exact cause of the fear or terror at the dinner was not detailed in the excerpt.
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President Donald Trump spoke to the public on Saturday night after a shooting happened at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. Authorities have arrested a 31-year-old person suspected of being involved and have announced charges.
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A shooting took place at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner.
President Donald Trump addressed the incident and answered questions.
The suspect is 31 years old and is now in custody.
Law enforcement has announced charges against the suspect.
The news was covered in a special report by CBS News.
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A man suspected of trying to breach security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner had several weapons with him. Police and security officers exchanged gunfire with the suspect at a checkpoint; no officers were seriously hurt, and the suspect was taken to the hospital for evaluation.
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The incident happened at the security checkpoint for the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
The suspect carried multiple weapons when he approached the checkpoint.
Surveillance video showed the suspect running past metal detectors while security agents drew their guns.
Police and security officers fired at the suspect, who was not hit by any bullets.
One U.S. Secret Service officer was hit in his protective vest but was taken to the hospital in good condition.
The suspect was described by police as a lone gunman.
Both the suspect and the officer were taken to the hospital for evaluation.
The incident occurred in Washington, D.C., with police led by Chief Jeffery W. Carroll.
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During the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton, gunshots were fired near the main entrance, causing panic among attendees. President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance were quickly escorted to safety by Secret Service agents, while guests took cover under tables.
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Shots were fired near the main entrance of the Washington Hilton ballroom during the dinner.
Attendees, including journalists, ducked under tables for cover.
Secret Service agents rushed President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance off the stage to safety.
The security at the venue was only lightly enforced despite road closures and some screening.
FBI Director Kash Patel was on the floor shielding his girlfriend and was assisted by Secret Service.
The event had about 2,500 people present.
Attendees had little time to communicate or gather information immediately after the incident.
The shooting caused fear and confusion but no reports of casualties were confirmed in the article.
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President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner after gunshots were reported at the event. One man was arrested, no one was seriously hurt, and the event will be rescheduled.
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Gunshots were fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner held at the Washington Hilton hotel.
President Trump and the First Lady were escorted out for safety by law enforcement.
The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from California, was apprehended by the Secret Service.
Law enforcement found the man armed with a shotgun, handgun, and multiple knives.
One Secret Service officer was shot at but was protected by a bullet-proof vest and is doing well.
President Trump shared photos and video of the suspect on Truth Social.
The president praised the quick action of law enforcement and said the event would be postponed and later held bigger and better.
Authorities are conducting searches linked to the suspect’s residence in California.
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President Donald Trump shared a video and two photos of a man suspected to be the shooter at the White House Correspondents Dinner. This happened shortly after the president was evacuated from the event due to the shooting.
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A shooting occurred at the White House Correspondents Dinner.
President Trump was evacuated from the event for safety reasons.
President Trump posted a video and two photos of the suspected shooter on Truth Social.
The images show the suspect shirtless and with his wrists tied behind his back.
The posts came shortly after the shooting incident.
The suspect is identified but no further details about the person were given in the article.
The reason for sharing these images was connected to the shooting event.
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A shooting took place at the White House Correspondents' Dinner attended by President Donald Trump on Saturday. The suspect involved was identified as 31-year-old Cole Allen from Torrance, California.
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The event was the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
President Donald Trump attended the dinner.
A shooting happened during the event on Saturday.
The suspect is Cole Allen, aged 31.
Cole Allen is from Torrance, California.
Details about the security at the event were being shared.
CBS News reporters Nancy Cordes and Sam Vinograd reported on the situation.
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A suspect has been identified in a shooting incident that happened outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 25, 2026. President Donald Trump and Washington D.C. officials addressed the situation and confirmed that the President was safe.
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The shooting took place near the White House Correspondents' Dinner event.
Authorities have named a suspect connected to the shooting.
President Donald Trump spoke publicly after the incident.
Local officials in Washington, D.C., held a briefing to discuss the situation.
President Trump canceled a planned trip to Islamabad for peace talks following the incident.
No injuries or casualties related to the President were reported.
The event generated significant news coverage throughout the day.
Security measures near the White House and at public events remain a focus after the shooting.
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President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when gunshots were fired at the event. President Trump was quickly taken to safety as confusion and fear spread among the attendees.
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The incident took place at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Gunshots were heard near the White House table, causing panic.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were in the middle of a conversation when the event was interrupted.
Chief US correspondent Gary O'Donoghue was present and described the confusion in the room.
Fire crews were called to respond, but no further details about injuries or suspects were provided in the article.
The event is an annual dinner attended by journalists, politicians, and celebrities near the White House.
Attendees were unsure about what was happening immediately after the gunshots.
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Weijia Jiang, president of the White House Correspondents' Association, shared her experience during a shooting that happened on Saturday night. She said she quickly crawled to the ground to stay safe during the event.
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The shooting occurred on a Saturday night.
Weijia Jiang is the current president of the White House Correspondents' Association.
Jiang described her immediate reaction as crawling to the ground as quickly as possible.
The discussion took place in an interview with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe.
The event involved journalists covering the White House.
The White House Correspondents' Association represents journalists who report on the U.S. presidency.
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President Donald Trump said a man tried to rush the White House Correspondents’ gala with weapons but was stopped by the Secret Service. The president described the shooter as a sick person.
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A man attempted to rush the White House Correspondents’ gala.
The shooter was heavily armed.
The Secret Service stopped and caught the man.
President Trump called the shooter a sick person.
The incident took place at the White House Correspondents’ gala event.
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