WHCD Shooting — Gunman Cole Allen Arrested; Trump Evacuated; One Officer Shot

A gunman opened fire outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton on April 25–26, 2026, prompting the evacuation of President Trump, Vice President Vance, and Cabinet members. One law enforcement officer was shot but survived thanks to body armor. Suspect Cole Allen, 31, was arrested at the scene. Investigators said Allen appeared to target Trump administration officials. The incident prompted an immediate review of WHCD security protocols.