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US lawmakers unite after White House Correspondents Dinner shooting calls for unity and calm
International
Published on 26 April 2026
Security rushed in as Trump and guests were evacuated
A shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner triggered immediate panic, but President Donald Trump and other officials were evacuated safely. Lawmakers across party lines condemned the violence, urging national unity and peaceful resolution of political differences. Security forces responded quickly to protect attendees, though an officer was injured during the incident.
- Lawmakers from both parties condemned the shooting
- Trump and officials were evacuated safely
- Security acted swiftly to protect attendees
- An officer was injured in the incident
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