Suspect arrested following shooting at White House Correspondents' Association dinner

On April 26, 2026, a 31-year-old suspect identified as Cole Thomas Allen was arrested following a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, D.C. Authorities reported that Allen, a resident of Torrance, California, worked as a teacher and video game developer. Police chief Jeffrey G. Carroll confirmed that the suspect was a guest at the hotel where the event took place and that his room has been sealed for investigation. During the incident, President Trump and other government officials were evacuated from the ballroom. The Acting U.S. Attorney General stated that the suspect allegedly targeted government members present at the dinner. Allen was reportedly armed with two firearms and knives. After receiving medical treatment overnight, he was discharged and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday. Investigations regarding his motives are ongoing.