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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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.