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Trump Safe After Scare at White House Dinner Event

GreenWatch Desk: World News 2026-04-26, 10:09am

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US President Donald Trump was unharmed after a security scare triggered the evacuation of senior officials and guests from the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Saturday night.

Law enforcement officials said an unspecified threat emerged during the event, with early reports suggesting possible gunfire outside the venue. The incident was reported near the ballroom where the president and other high-profile attendees were present at the time.

Authorities moved quickly to secure the area, escorting guests to safety as security teams assessed the situation. There were no immediate reports of injuries, and officials later indicated that the threat had not resulted in any confirmed casualties.

The high-profile gathering was abruptly called off following the incident. Organisers said the event would be rescheduled at a later date.

An investigation has been launched to determine the nature of the threat, while security in and around the venue has been tightened as a precaution.