Shooter at Press Dinner Likely Targeted Trump, Says Top US Official

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:42pm on 26 Apr 2026,Sunday International

A top US official said the gunman involved in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting was likely targeting Donald Trump. The incident happened during the annual press dinner in Washington on Saturday night. Trump was quickly moved to safety and was not injured. Authorities arrested the suspect at the scene. Investigators said they are still checking the motive and possible links. Trump later said such attacks happen against people who make the biggest impact. Leaders from several countries condemned the violence and called for peace after the shocking security incident. (PC: AP)

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