WASHINGTON, D.C. April 25, 2026 — President Donald J. Trump on Sunday commended the Secret Service and law enforcement for their rapid response to a shooting incident that disrupted the White House Correspondents’ Dinner late Saturday night.
In a statement released by the White House, President Trump described the evening as “quite an evening in D.C.” and confirmed that the shooter had been apprehended. He praised security personnel for acting “quickly and bravely.”
The full statement reads:
“Quite an evening in D.C. Secret Service and Law Enforcement did a fantastic job. They acted quickly and bravely. The shooter has been apprehended, and I have recommended that we ‘LET THE SHOW GO ON’ but, will entirely be guided by Law Enforcement. They will make a decision shortly. Regardless of that decision, the evening will be much different than planned, and we’ll just, plain, have to do it again.”
President DONALD J. TRUMP
Initial reports indicated gunfire inside the Washington Hilton, where the annual dinner — a high-profile gathering of journalists, politicians, and celebrities — was underway. President Trump and other attendees were evacuated as a precaution. Law enforcement responded immediately, taking the suspect into custody.
No injuries to the President, the First Lady, or other principals have been reported. Authorities have not yet released details on the shooter’s identity or motive.
The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner is a longstanding tradition in Washington. President Trump was attending the event during his second term.
This remains a developing story. Life News Agency will provide updates as more information becomes available from law enforcement and the White House.
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