Trump rushed off stage after shots fired at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
CNN • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump was quickly escorted off the stage by Secret Service after possible shots were fired at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, DC, with Vice President JD Vance and Cabinet members also evacuated.
- Secret Service confirmed that one person is in custody, and all high-profile attendees, including Trump, Vance, and Cabinet members, are safe.
- Trump initially planned to return to the event but later left for the White House at law enforcement's request, promising a press conference shortly thereafter.
- CNN’s Wolf Blitzer reported being just feet away from the shooter during the incident, describing the weapon as "very, very serious."
- The situation remains developing, with updates expected as more information becomes available.
