Gunman sought to kill Trump, cabinet at gala dinner

A gunman attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump and other top officials at a gala dinner at the Washington Hilton on April 25, 2026. The suspect, identified as Cole Allen, 31, was arrested after a brief exchange of gunfire with Secret Service agents. Trump stated that the gunman had written an 'anti-Christian' manifesto and had planned to target administration members in order of priority.