- The 2026 White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) Dinner this evening was interrupted by a security/shooting incident inside or near the ballroom/lobby area at the Hilton. Loud bangs (reported as 5–8 shots) rang out, prompting immediate panic. Secret Service agents rushed President Trump, Melania, Vance, and other protectees out of the room for safety.
- The ballroom was evacuated.
- No injuries reported to Trump, officials, or attendees so far.
- A suspect (reportedly armed with a shotgun) was apprehended in custody; some reports say he was shot/killed by law enforcement after firing at agents.
- One early identification circulating: Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from Torrance, CA (unconfirmed in official statements yet).
- Trump later commented that the shooter had been “apprehended.” He’s expected to hold a press conference.
