Trump Survives New Assassination Attempt in Washington
ARK News.. U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday morning, April 26, 2026, that he had survived a new assassination attempt while attending the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington.
Gunshots were heard inside the venue, prompting U.S. Secret Service agents to evacuate Trump from the Washington Hilton. The incident adds to a series of attacks he has faced since his first presidential campaign, including shootings and repeated security breaches.
Speaking to reporters after the incident, Trump said the assailant engaged with security personnel before being apprehended, describing him as an individual “with mental health issues.” He also urged Americans to “unite” and resolve internal issues “peacefully.”
Trump confirmed that the attacker was at a distance from him when the shooting occurred, noting that preliminary investigations indicate the suspect acted alone.
When asked about the possibility of Iranian involvement, Trump responded: “I don’t think so, but we will learn more during the investigation.”
In the same context, The New York Times reported, citing U.S. officials, that the suspect has been identified as Cole Thomas Allen, a 31-year-old from California.
Meanwhile, a spokesperson for Washington police stated that initial indicators confirm the gunman acted independently, a view also supported by the city’s mayor, who ruled out the involvement of additional suspects.
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