Alleged WHCD gunman will be arraigned Monday
By Amy Lu
Published on April 27, 2026.
The alleged gunman accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents' dinner, Cole Tomas Allen, will be arraigned in federal court Monday. President Donald Trump shared his personal details about the chaotic moments after the shooting, including how he slowed down his evacuation as Secret Service agents worked to protect him. In an interview with CBS News' "60 Minutes," Trump admitted he slowed his evacuation while Secret Service officers protected him and praised law enforcement's response. The suspect, Allen, currently faces assault and firearms charges and will be formally arraigned. The incident has raised concerns about the security of the event, with questions being raised about whether political violence is increasing. The president also expressed a desire to reschedule the dinner and called for the construction of a White House East Wing ballroom, which he believes is necessary to ensure the safety and security of President Barack Obama.
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