Trump Attends White House Correspondents' Dinner, Gunfire Erupts; Trump: Secret Service Agent Shot But Not Seriously Injured
While attending the White House Correspondents' Dinner, former US President Trump encountered gunfire, prompting an emergency evacuation. Trump later announced in a press conference that an armed suspect was subdued by Secret Service agents, one of whom was shot but sustained non-life-threatening injuries thanks to a bulletproof vest. The suspect has been arrested, and the motive is under investigation.
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(Central News Agency reporter Hou Tzu-ying, Washington, 26th) While US President Trump attended the White House Correspondents' Dinner last night, gunshots were heard nearby, and Trump and others were urgently evacuated from the Washington Hilton Hotel. He later returned to the White House to hold a press conference, stating that a suspect "carrying multiple weapons" rushed towards a security checkpoint and was subdued by very brave Secret Service agents. One Secret Service agent was shot but was not seriously injured.
According to on-site videos, during the White House Correspondents' Dinner attended by Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and many other officials, gunshots suddenly erupted. Trump was talking to someone at the time but was interrupted by the commotion nearby.
After the loud noise, Secret Service agents immediately rushed into the venue to respond. Trump and Melania also squatted behind the podium, and several Secret Service agents immediately escorted them out of the banquet hall.
Trump was safe and also posted on social media that Melania, Vice President JD Vance, and all cabinet members were safe.
Trump later returned to the White House and held a press conference in the press briefing room, stating that a man "carrying multiple weapons" rushed towards a security checkpoint and was subdued by several very brave Secret Service agents.
Trump also said that one Secret Service agent was shot at close range by a powerful firearm, but fortunately, a bulletproof vest saved his life. He had just spoken with that agent, who was in good condition.
He stated that the suspect had been arrested, and law enforcement officers were investigating the motive for the crime. When asked if he thought he was the target of the suspect's attack, he said, "I think so."
Earlier, Trump publicly posted photos on his social media platform "Truth Social" showing the suspect being subdued on the ground. He also said that law enforcement officers had searched the suspect's residence in California.
Law enforcement officials told CNN that the suspect is a 31-year-old man from California.
Before this, Trump had experienced two assassination attempts. When asked about the reason for continuously encountering such incidents, he responded that those who do the most and have the greatest influence are the ones who are targeted.
He said he has done a lot, "We have changed this country, and many people are unhappy about it."
Trump stated that the White House Correspondents' Dinner, which was interrupted by the shooting last night, has been discussed with the responsible representatives and will be rescheduled within 30 days.
This was Trump's first time attending the White House Correspondents' Dinner as president. (Editor: Tien Jui-hua) 1150426
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(Central News Agency reporter Hou Tzu-ying, Washington, 26th) While US President Trump attended the White House Correspondents' Dinner last night, gunshots were heard nearby, and Trump and others were urgently evacuated from the Washington Hilton Hotel. He later returned to the White House to hold a press conference, stating that a suspect "carrying multiple weapons" rushed towards a security checkpoint and was subdued by very brave Secret Service agents. One Secret Service agent was shot but was not seriously injured.
According to on-site videos, during the White House Correspondents' Dinner attended by Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and many other officials, gunshots suddenly erupted. Trump was talking to someone at the time but was interrupted by the commotion nearby.
After the loud noise, Secret Service agents immediately rushed into the venue to respond. Trump and Melania also squatted behind the podium, and several Secret Service agents immediately escorted them out of the banquet hall.
Trump was safe and also posted on social media that Melania, Vice President JD Vance, and all cabinet members were safe.
Trump later returned to the White House and held a press conference in the press briefing room, stating that a man "carrying multiple weapons" rushed towards a security checkpoint and was subdued by several very brave Secret Service agents.
Trump also said that one Secret Service agent was shot at close range by a powerful firearm, but fortunately, a bulletproof vest saved his life. He had just spoken with that agent, who was in good condition.
He stated that the suspect had been arrested, and law enforcement officers were investigating the motive for the crime. When asked if he thought he was the target of the suspect's attack, he said, "I think so."
Earlier, Trump publicly posted photos on his social media platform "Truth Social" showing the suspect being subdued on the ground. He also said that law enforcement officers had searched the suspect's residence in California.
Law enforcement officials told CNN that the suspect is a 31-year-old man from California.
Before this, Trump had experienced two assassination attempts. When asked about the reason for continuously encountering such incidents, he responded that those who do the most and have the greatest influence are the ones who are targeted.
He said he has done a lot, "We have changed this country, and many people are unhappy about it."
Trump stated that the White House Correspondents' Dinner, which was interrupted by the shooting last night, has been discussed with the responsible representatives and will be rescheduled within 30 days.
This was Trump's first time attending the White House Correspondents' Dinner as president. (Editor: Tien Jui-hua) 1150426
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