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Dan Bongino and Tucker Carlson clash over Trump assassination attempt investigation

Former FBI deputy director Dan Bongino and Tucker Carlson are engaged in a public dispute over claims regarding the investigation into the assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Carlson alleged on a podcast that Bongino stated Trump shut down the probe, a claim Bongino vehemently denies, calling it "delusional" and presenting text messages he says contradict Carlson's narrative.

Trump Booed at NBA Finals Amid Tight Security in New York

US President Donald Trump was booed at the NBA Finals in New York's Madison Square Garden, where his attendance prompted ultra-tight security, disrupting fan activities and drawing criticism from locals and lawmakers.

Azerbaijani blogger details assassination attempt in French court

Dissident Azerbaijani blogger Mahammad Mirzali testified in Rennes about a 2021 knife attack, which he described as a "political crime" orchestrated by the Azerbaijani government. He detailed his life in hiding and the "transnational repression" faced by opponents abroad.

US Justice Dept. calls White House shooting an assassination attempt on Trump

The US Justice Department described a May 23 shooting near the White House as an assassination attempt on President Donald Trump, citing the need for a new, secure banquet hall. This follows a similar incident on April 25.

Trump Leaves Detailed Instructions for VP Vance in Case of Emergency

A senior White House official reveals President Trump has left instructions for VP JD Vance in case of an emergency, amid security concerns during Trump's China visit and a history of assassination attempts.

Trump Leaves Succession Instructions for VP JD Vance Amid Assassination Attempts

US President Donald Trump has left instructions for Vice President JD Vance in case he succeeds due to incapacity, amid three reported assassination attempts in 2024 and 2026.

Iran war grievance may have sparked April 25 assassination attempt on Trump — Reuters

According to it, the 31-year-old attacker had "multiple social and political grievances" against the US president

Secret Service Agent Struck by Buckshot From Suspect's Shotgun at Trump Assassination Attempt

Federal prosecutors confirmed that buckshot from Cole Tomas Allen's Mossberg pump-action shotgun struck a Secret Service agent's bullet-resistant vest during the April 25 attack on the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. Allen, 31, from Torrance, California, faces attempted assassination charges and up to life imprisonment if convicted.

Trump Brushes Off Reports of Bulletproof Vest After Assassination Attempt at White House Dinner

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.

Trump Says He Doesn't Worry About Another Assassination Attempt

President Trump said he does not worry about another assassination attempt following what prosecutors describe as a third assassination effort against him at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on April 24. When asked at the White House if he was concerned, Trump said he doesn't think about it and would not be there if he did. He also joked about not wanting to wear a bulletproof vest, saying he can't handle being 20 pounds heavier.

Man Waives Right to Challenge Detention in Trump Assassination Attempt Case

Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of California, waived his right to challenge his detention on Thursday in U.S. District Court in D.C. He faces charges of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner last Saturday, along with transportation of a firearm in interstate commerce and discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence. His lawyer cited difficulty meeting with the defendant in recent days. Magistrate Judge Moxila Upadhyaya denied the government's request to present additional evidence, calling it unprecedented.

Cole Tomas Allen Waives Right to Challenge Detention in Trump Assassination Attempt Case

Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old California resident charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner last weekend, waived his right to challenge his detention in jail for now during a Thursday hearing in U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C. His lawyer confirmed he is conceding detention at this time, reversing the defense team's intention to challenge his detention expressed in a Wednesday court filing.

Putin conveys support to Trump after his assassination attempt — Kremlin

According to Yury Ushakov, the Russian leader strongly condemned the crime

How a £54 plastic puck cured my phone addiction and saved my novel

A personal essay exploring phone addiction and the Brick, a $59 physical device that locks distracting apps using NFC technology. The author describes their daily cycle of scrolling through X, TikTok and other apps, unable to focus on their novel due July 31st, and how the Brick created the necessary friction to break the addiction cycle by requiring a physical trip to a plastic puck to unlock apps.

FSB Veteran Claims Secret Service Security Failures in Trump Assassination Attempt May Be Deliberate

A 31-year-old California teacher, Cole Tomas Allen, has been charged with attempting to assassinate former US President Donald Trump during a dinner event at the Washington Hilton. Armed with a shotgun, handgun, and three knives, Allen engaged in a gunfight with Secret Service agents before being apprehended. A former FSB Alpha Group veteran cited by RT claims the security failure reflects deliberate systemic weaknesses in the Secret Service, suggesting certain forces may want the capability to eliminate presidents who deviate from expected behavior.

The White House Correspondents’ Dinner: A Mirror of American Contradictions

The White House Correspondents’ Dinner, once a modest gathering for press access, has evolved into a high-profile ritual that epitomizes the American tension between civil satire and the reality of political violence.

Why a gunman at the White House Correspondents' Dinner epitomises American idiosyncracy

Jean Paul-Sartre once said: Freedom is what you do with what’s been done to you, and America – with its freedom from Britain and other colonial powers – develop its own peculiarities, one of which is the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, a night where the press and the White House ostensibly bury their differences over a few shots. Normally those shots are jokes like Obama’s anger translator or Reagan dialling in after an assassination attempt, but this year they came from the barrel of a deranged gunman who had managed to waltz past security.

Amtrak Security Gaps Under Scrutiny After Trump Assassination Attempt Plot

Federal authorities charged a man with attempting to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents Association dinner after he brought firearms on an Amtrak train from California. The case highlights ongoing security gaps in train passenger screening, as rail workers unions demand Amtrak implement airport-style security measures. Unlike airports with TSA screening, train passengers undergo no security checks, allowing weapons to board unchecked despite Amtrak's declared firearms policy.

Secret Service Agent Injured in Trump Assassination Attempt at WHCA Dinner

A Secret Service agent was injured during an assassination attempt on President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington. The agent fired five shots at suspect Cole Tomas Allen, 31, who was armed with a shotgun, pistol and knives. The agent may have been struck by friendly fire. Allen, from Torrance, California, has been charged with attempted assassination. The agent survived because the bullet hit a Kevlar vest. The suspect was stopped before reaching the main hall where Trump and officials were attending.

White House links DHS shutdown to World Cup security concerns after Trump assassination attempt

White House officials say reopening the Department of Homeland Security is essential for 2026 World Cup security after a man was charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. The DHS, responsible for tournament security, has been partially shut down for nine weeks due to a funding dispute between Democrats and Republicans over Immigration and Customs Enforcement reforms. Cole Tomas Allen, 31, appeared in court charged with the assassination attempt, carrying a semi-automatic handgun, pump-action shotgun and three knives.

White House Links Trump Assassination Attempt to DHS Reopening as World Cup Looms

White House officials are using the attempted assassination of President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner to push for reopening the Department of Homeland Security, which has been partially shut down for nine weeks over a funding dispute. The incident has raised concerns about security preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico, with officials warning that DHS's absence is hampering coordination between local and federal agencies.

Agent injured in Trump assassination attempt may have been shot by own colleague

Third Alleged Assassination Attempt on Trump Stemming from WHCA Dinner Security Breach

US authorities have charged Cole Allen, a 32-year-old from California, with attempted murder of a protected official, weapons violations, and unlawful entry in what they describe as the third alleged assassination attempt on President Trump. The incident occurred at the WHCA dinner security perimeter. The case has sparked a political firestorm, with Trump allies blaming Democrats and liberal media for normalizing political violence, while critics point to Trump's own history of encouraging violence. Trump has called for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired over jokes made about Melania.

US Authorities Investigate Suspected Trump Assassination Attempt for Left-Wing Group Links

US authorities are investigating potential links between Cole Thomas Allen, the 31-year-old suspect accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the Washington Hilton hotel on April 25, and left-wing political groups, specifically The Wide Awakes organization. Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed the investigation at a press conference. The shooting occurred during an annual reception of the Association of Correspondents accredited to the White House, attended by senior administration officials. A security guard was injured and the suspect was arrested and charged with attempting to assassinate the US president, illegally transporting a firearm across state lines, and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence.