The White House says the gunman behind the Washington Hilton shooting had a deadly mission to assassinate President Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. The attack reportedly targeted the president and his top team amid a high-profile press event, raising fresh questions about security planning and how the attacker got close enough to strike.
US President Donald Trump said he faces repeated assassination threats, including a recent incident tied to the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. When asked by Peter Doocy why it keeps happening, Trump referenced Lincoln in his reply, portraying his life as oddly normal despite the danger. The comments highlight how he processes personal risk amid constant public scrutiny.
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