Shots Fired at WHCD Attended by Trump; UK King's US Visit Under High Security
Following shots fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner where Donald Trump was present, the UK government is on high alert. UK authorities are collaborating closely with US security for King Charles III's upcoming visit to the US.
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- 📰 Published: April 26, 2026 at 21:09
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Shots were reported at the White House Correspondents' Dinner attended by Donald Trump yesterday. The UK Prime Minister's chief secretary stated today that the British government is working closely with US security agencies ahead of King Charles III's visit to the United States.
Reuters reported that while Donald Trump and Melania Trump were at the dinner in Washington D.C., a man fired shots at Secret Service personnel. The Trumps were immediately escorted from the scene by security. Darren Jones, chief secretary to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, told Sky News that the government and Buckingham Palace take the King's safety "extremely seriously" and have held extensive discussions.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are scheduled to arrive in the US tomorrow for a four-day visit. Their itinerary includes a private meeting with Donald Trump, a speech to the US Congress, and events commemorating the 250th anniversary of US independence.
Reuters reported that while Donald Trump and Melania Trump were at the dinner in Washington D.C., a man fired shots at Secret Service personnel. The Trumps were immediately escorted from the scene by security. Darren Jones, chief secretary to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, told Sky News that the government and Buckingham Palace take the King's safety "extremely seriously" and have held extensive discussions.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are scheduled to arrive in the US tomorrow for a four-day visit. Their itinerary includes a private meeting with Donald Trump, a speech to the US Congress, and events commemorating the 250th anniversary of US independence.