President Trump Evacuated from White House Correspondents' Dinner After Suspected Gunshots
During the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton, President Trump was abruptly evacuated following the sound of gunshots. The incident occurred while the President and First Lady Melania Trump were engaged in conversation at the event. Secret Service agents quickly responded to the situation, escorting the President and other attendees to safety while instructing them to 'stay down.' The Secret Service later confirmed that seven to eight gunshots were fired, but assured that the President, First Lady, and all other protectees were unharmed. The event, which is typically a gathering of journalists, politicians, and celebrities, was disrupted by the unexpected security threat.