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April 26, 2026
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Suspect at White House correspondents’ dinner charged with using firearms and assault

Suspect at White House correspondents’ dinner charged with using firearms and assault

Jeanine Pirro, US Attorney for Washington, said the suspect is facing two counts of using a firearm during a crime of violence and assaulting federal officers with a dangerous weapon. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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A 31-year-old man from Torrance, California, has been charged after allegedly attempting to breach security at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on April 26.

  • The suspect faces charges including two counts of using a firearm during a crime of violence and assaulting federal officers.
  • The US Secret Service swiftly stopped the suspect and evacuated President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance.
  • The suspect, who is a hotel guest, is receiving hospital treatment and remains in police custody, with his motive still unknown.

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