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Trump gala shooter pleads not guilty to all charges
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5/11/2026

Trump gala shooter pleads not guilty to all charges

The ⁠man accused of attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump at a White House reporters’ gala last month pleaded not guilty ‌to all charges on Monday. Cole Allen, 31, did not speak in court as his lawyer entered the plea on his behalf. The charges include attempted assassination of the president, assault on ⁠a federal officer and firearms offences. Prosecutors allege Allen fired ‌a shotgun at a US Secret Service agent and stormed a security checkpoint ‌in a foiled attack on Trump and...

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Man charged with trying to kill Trump agrees to remain in custody
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4/30/2026

Man charged with trying to kill Trump agrees to remain in custody

The man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a black-tie press gala in Washington agreed on Thursday to remain in custody while his case moves forward. The suspect, Cole Allen, 31, would ‌not immediately contest prosecutors’ arguments that he was a danger to the community and should remain in jail, his lawyer, Tezira Abe, said during a court hearing. Allen allegedly stormed a security checkpoint and fired a shotgun outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on...

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Man Charged With Attempted Assassination of Trump at White House Correspondents' Dinner
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Crime·4/29/2026AI summary

Man Charged With Attempted Assassination of Trump at White House Correspondents' Dinner

Cole Allen, 31, from Torrance, California, is charged with attempting to kill President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner at the Washington Hilton. Prosecutors say Allen wore tactical gear including an ammunition bag, shoulder holster, and knife, and took a self-portrait in his hotel room minutes before trying to breach security. He exchanged gunfire with Secret Service agents before being captured. Prosecutors argue he poses an uncommonly serious danger and should remain in custody. A hearing is scheduled for Thursday.

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Man Charged With Trying to Kill Trump at White House Correspondents' Dinner
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Crime·4/29/2026AI summary

Man Charged With Trying to Kill Trump at White House Correspondents' Dinner

Cole Allen, 31, from Torrance, California, is charged with attempting to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner at the Washington Hilton and kill President Donald Trump. Authorities say Allen wore black pants, a black shirt and a red tie, with an ammunition bag, shoulder gun holster and sheathed knife when he took a self-portrait in his hotel room minutes before the attack. He reportedly fired a shotgun during a gunfire exchange with Secret Service agents after trying to bypass security barricades near the ballroom. Prosecutors say he tracked Trump's movements online and sent apology emails before the attack.

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Viral Claims Linking Candace Owens to 'Cole Allen' Lack Verified Evidence
Politics
4/28/2026AI summary

Viral Claims Linking Candace Owens to 'Cole Allen' Lack Verified Evidence

Viral posts claiming a connection between Candace Owens and someone named Cole Allen, allegedly related to the White House Correspondents Dinner, have spread online without any verified evidence. The claims originate from an anonymous X user and rely on distant personal links and speculation rather than confirmed facts. No law enforcement agency, major news outlet, or official source has confirmed any investigation. The posts also promote donations and subscriptions, raising questions about intent behind the unverified speculation.

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Prosecutors Charge Alleged Gunman at White House Correspondents' Dinner with Attempted Assassination of Trump
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Crime·4/28/2026AI summary

Prosecutors Charge Alleged Gunman at White House Correspondents' Dinner with Attempted Assassination of Trump

Federal prosecutors have charged Cole Allen, the alleged gunman at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, with attempting to assassinate President Trump. Allen made his first court appearance and also faces charges for transporting firearms and ammunition in interstate commerce. He could face life in prison if convicted. Prosecutors say he emailed family minutes before the attack outlining his reasoning.

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