Gunfire Attempt at WHCD: DOJ Believes Gunman Targeted High-Level Officials
The U.S. Department of Justice reported that a gunman who attempted to breach the White House Correspondents' Dinner likely targeted high-ranking members of the Trump administration.
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WASHINGTON (CNA) – During President Trump's attendance at the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner last night, a gunman reportedly attempted to enter the ballroom. U.S. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated today that the suspect is believed to have targeted high-level officials of the Trump administration.
Reports from AFP and the BBC indicate that Blanche told CBS's 'Face the Nation' that, based on very preliminary information, investigators believe the gunman's 'target was members of the government.'
Blanche also informed CBS that investigators found the gunman had stayed at the Washington Hilton Hotel, where the event was being held. He added that the suspect has not been 'actively cooperating' with the investigation. It is believed the individual traveled from Los Angeles by train, passing through Chicago to reach Washington D.C.
Reports from AFP and the BBC indicate that Blanche told CBS's 'Face the Nation' that, based on very preliminary information, investigators believe the gunman's 'target was members of the government.'
Blanche also informed CBS that investigators found the gunman had stayed at the Washington Hilton Hotel, where the event was being held. He added that the suspect has not been 'actively cooperating' with the investigation. It is believed the individual traveled from Los Angeles by train, passing through Chicago to reach Washington D.C.