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California Man Charged with Attempted Assassination of Trump at Washington Dinner

Cole Tomas Allen, 31, charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' dinner. Armed with multiple weapons, he breached security, injuring a Secret Service agent. The incident has prompted a security review and further legal proceedings.

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Infographic showing the suspect’s movement inside the Hilton hotel as he rushed past a security checkpoint. A red arrow traces the path from the hallway, through a security gate, and towards a staircase. There are ten figures shown around the security checkpoint and the path of the suspect passes between them. Labels note that the suspect was stopped before reaching the stairs, which a dotted line shows lead down to the doors of the International Ballroom.

US Supreme Court Reviews Privacy Concerns Over Smartphone Location Data Warrants

The US Supreme Court is reviewing whether broad geofence warrants for smartphone location data violate privacy rights, sparked by a 2019 armed robbery case involving Okello Chatrie. The case raises concerns about privacy, law enforcement practices, and constitutional protections.

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Aerial view of a bank and its parking lot.

Performer Recalls Locking Eyes with Trump During White House Dinner Shooting

Oz Pearlman, a mentalist, described locking eyes with President Trump as they took cover during a shooting at the White House Correspondents' dinner. The suspected gunman was arrested and charged with attempting to assassinate the president.

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US pool Speaker Oz Pearlman (standing in the centre with a piece of paper) talks to US President Donald Trump (right), First Lady Melania Trump (2nd left) and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt (left) at the White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington DC. Photo: 25 April 2026

King Charles and Queen Camilla Begin Historic US State Visit

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived in the US for a four-day state visit, the first since 2007, to celebrate the strong UK-US relationship ahead of the US 250th independence anniversary.

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AFP via Getty Images Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla are greeted by US Protocol Chief Monica Crowley as they arrive at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on April 27, 2026.

Melania Trump Condemns Jimmy Kimmel's 'Expectant Widow' Joke, Urges ABC Action

Melania Trump condemns Jimmy Kimmel's 'expectant widow' joke, urging ABC to act after a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner she attended with the president.

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Getty Images Melania Trump attends the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner at a hotel in Washington DC

White House Press Dinner Shooting Sparks Security Concerns and Praise for Law Enforcement

The White House correspondents’ gala shooting raised security concerns despite swift law enforcement response. The suspect criticized event security in a manifesto. Authorities are reviewing protocols as political debates over security measures intensify.

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Secret Service agents responding to shooting incident at White House Correspondents Association Dinner

DNA Breakthrough Could Lead to Disinterment of Unknown Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Crew

The US may disinter unidentified USS Arizona crew killed at Pearl Harbor after DNA milestones enable identification of at least 60% of remains, with efforts led by Operation 85 and DPAA.

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A man dressed in mostly white, with a navy blue ballcap with yellow stitching on it, sits in a wheelchair, as another man in all white with a navy white vaulted cap, and a civilian in a blue shirt, lean forward toward him, the civilian holding a US flag folded into a triangle.

Trump Assures King Charles III of Safety During Upcoming US State Visit

Donald Trump assured King Charles III will be "very safe" during his upcoming US state visit, following enhanced security talks after a recent incident at a Trump event in Washington DC. The visit aims to strengthen US-UK relations amid diplomatic challenges.

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Yui Mok / PA Archive President Trump and King Charles laugh and talk sitting at the table at the banquet while the president was on a trip to the UK in September.

White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting Suspect to Face Charges as King Charles Visits US

The suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting is set to face charges today. Despite security concerns, King Charles will proceed with his US visit, including meetings with President Trump and a state banquet.

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Donald Trump gestures as he speaks during a press briefing at the White House shortly after the shooting

Gunman Attempts White House Dinner Attack; King’s US Visit Continues Amid Security Concerns

A gunman attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner, prompting security concerns as President Trump praised the King's bravery. Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe made history with a sub-two-hour marathon, while the next James Bond film faces a two-year delay.

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The headline on the front page of the Daily Mail is 'King keeps calm and carries on'

Authorities Identify Trump and Officials as Likely Targets in White House Dinner Shooting

US President Donald Trump and officials were likely targets of a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, was arrested after firing near a security checkpoint. Investigations continue into motive and writings linked to the suspect.

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Reuters U.S. President Donald Trump speaks next to Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, Vice President JD Vance and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin at a press briefing at the White House, following a shooting incident during the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, in Washington, D.C.,

Acting AG: Suspect Likely Targeted Trump Officials at White House Dinner

Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche says preliminary findings indicate the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter targeted Trump and administration officials. The suspect faces federal charges and is set for arraignment. The incident prompted security reviews and statements from officials.

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Donald Trump and Melania Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner in Washington, DC.

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