Trump Safe After Evacuation: Shots Fired at Correspondents’ Dinner

7h ago·0:00 listen·Source: Local 3 News

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President Trump is safe after being rushed off stage at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner due to possible gunfire. Secret Service quickly evacuated Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and other Cabinet members when agents shouted “shots fired.” One person is now in custody, and Trump has confirmed he plans to return to the event. He praised the Secret Service for their quick response, stating on Truth Social that a shooter has been apprehended. CNN’s Wolf Blitzer, who was just feet away from the incident, described the situation as very serious. Weijia Jiang, president of the White House Correspondents’ Association, assured attendees that the program will resume soon, although details are still unfolding. This incident highlights the ongoing concerns about safety at public events and the importance of rapid response from law enforcement.

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