President Trump dismissed reports of wearing a bulletproof vest, joking about the added weight. He acknowledged security considerations but expressed reluctance to appear overly protected. Trump stated he avoids dwelling on personal security threats to remain effective in his duties, following an attempted assassination at a White House event.
Trump responded to reports he may have worn a bulletproof vest during an assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, joking he doesn't want to look '20 pounds heavier.' The incident involved suspect Cole Tomas Allen allegedly entering the venue armed with guns and knives, triggering chaos before Trump was evacuated safely. Trump stated he doesn't think about the possibility of another attack, saying if he did, he wouldn't be effective in his job. Allen has been charged with attempted assassination and other offenses.
World leaders have condemned an armed attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington. The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, was detained by Secret Service after wounding an officer, who survived due to a bulletproof vest. All high-profile attendees remain safe.
A shooting incident at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Dinner forced the emergency evacuation of President Donald Trump and other top officials. The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, was apprehended after wounding an officer.
A shooting incident occurred at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when a 31-year-old gunman identified as Cole Tomas Allen attempted to breach security. The suspect was stopped by Secret Service before entering the ballroom. One officer was shot at close range but protected by a bulletproof vest. Trump described the attacker as a "lone wolf" and "whack job." The event was scrapped and will be rescheduled.
