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White House Correspondents Dinner shooting scare ends with shooter apprehended and Trump evacuated
International
Published on 26 April 2026
Loud bangs triggered an evacuation before details emerged
A shooting scare erupted at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after loud bangs were heard. Secret Service agents quickly evacuated President Trump and other officials as attendees took cover. Reports say the shooter was apprehended and law enforcement assessed the scene, with decisions expected on whether to continue the event. The venue was secured as panic settled into investigation.
- Loud bangs sparked panic and immediate evacuations
- President Trump and officials were swiftly moved to safety
- The suspected shooter was reportedly apprehended
- Authorities secured the venue and assessed next steps
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