Accused media gala shooter charged with attempt to assassinate Trump

Author: efosataiwo@vanguardngr.comPublished on: April 27, 2026Country: United States

Crime & Law

Accused media gala shooter charged with attempt to assassinate Trump

Cole Allen, 31, was arraigned in court on Monday, charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump during an incident at the White House Correspondents Association dinner on Saturday. He also faces two firearms-related charges. If convicted, he could face a sentence of up to life in prison.

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