Man charged in Trump assassination plot told FBI he didn't think he'd survive, feds say

Key Points:

• Cole Allen, charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, told the FBI he did not expect to survive the attack, raising concerns about his mental health and potential suicide risk.
• At a hearing, federal Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui questioned the treatment Allen received in the D.C. jail, noting inconsistencies such as removal from suicide precautions and placement in a padded cell with constant lighting.
• Allen, a 31-year-old teacher and engineer from California, faces charges that carry up to life imprisonment; prosecutors released video showing him charging through a magnetometer and raising a weapon at an officer.
• The judge highlighted the seriousness of the case but questioned why Allen’s detention conditions were more restrictive than those for convicted killers held in the same facility.
• Faruqui pledged to ensure Allen receives proper legal materials and accommodations, emphasizing the need for fair treatment while acknowledging the gravity of the charges.