Trump unhurt and suspect in custody after shots fired at White House correspondents' dinner
BBC • • nation
Key Points:
- The Secret Service agent shot during the White House Correspondents' Dinner has been released from hospital, with his bullet-proof vest credited for saving his life, according to US media reports.
- Security at the event faced criticism, with former UK ambassador Kim Darroch highlighting vulnerabilities due to the hotel setting and minimal ID checks, despite metal detectors and bag checks at the ballroom entrance.
- The alleged shooter, identified as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen from Torrance, California, was a hotel guest carrying multiple weapons; his motive remains unclear but is under investigation.
- Former FBI and Secret Service agents noted that security responded swiftly and effectively, with the suspect stopped within seconds, and the president was promptly escorted to safety.
- World leaders expressed relief that no major harm occurred, condemning political violence, while UK officials plan further security discussions ahead of the King's upcoming US visit.
