Trump confirms officer shot at White House Correspondents’ gala

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: April 26, 2026Country: United States

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Trump confirms officer shot at White House Correspondents’ gala

US President Donald Trump described the man who attempted to rush the White House Correspondents’ gala as 'a sick person.' He stated that the individual was heavily armed but was apprehended by the Secret Service. This incident occurred during a prestigious event, raising security concerns.

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