Shooting Incident at White House Dinner: President Trump Responds

A shooting incident unfolded at the White House during a dinner for journalists, leading to the evacuation of President Trump and other officials. The assailant, armed with multiple weapons, was apprehended by the Secret Service. Trump addressed the media, confirming that one officer was injured but saved by a bulletproof vest. The event has been canceled and will be rescheduled. This incident raises concerns about security at high-profile events.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 26, 2026, 09:47 IST

Shooting at White House Dinner

During a dinner event for reporters at the White House on Saturday night, a shooting incident occurred, prompting President Donald Trump to reveal that the suspect was armed with multiple deadly weapons. Following the shooting, Trump and other prominent leaders were swiftly evacuated from the premises.

According to officials, the incident took place outside the ballroom where Trump and other guests were gathered. However, the exact motives behind the shooting remain unclear at this time.

The event has been canceled and will be rescheduled for a later date. Authorities reported that the 31-year-old assailant was from California and has since been apprehended by the Secret Service. After the incident, Trump addressed reporters at the White House, confirming that the suspect was heavily armed. One officer sustained a gunshot wound but survived due to the protection of a bulletproof vest.

Trump stated, 'A Secret Service officer was targeted very closely with a lethal weapon. He was shot, but the vest did its job.' Additionally, the President released a video showing the suspect running towards a security barrier while a Secret Service agent pursued him.