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The Independentpolitics21 days ago
White House Accelerates $400M Counter-Drone and Sniper Facility After Two Assassination Attempts
U.S. District Judge Richard Leon ruled that President Trump lacks authority to build the 90,000-square-foot ballroom. An appeals court later allowed above-ground work to continue.
citizen.co.zapolitics41 days ago
Man Accused of Assassination Attempt on President Trump Pleads Not Guilty
The man charged in connection with an alleged attempt to assassinate President Trump at a Washington hotel gala last month entered a not guilty plea in federal court on Monday. The hearing addressed the charges stemming from the incident. Court proceedings are continuing in the c…
foxnews.compolitics43 days ago
Sen. Blackburn Calls for Secret Service Overhaul After Trump Assassination Attempt
Sen. Marsha Blackburn sent a letter to the Secret Service director calling for a full audit of all personnel following an armed intruder's breach at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. The incident marked the third assassination attempt on President Trump. Separat…
The Independentpolitics47 days ago
Federal Grand Jury Indicts Suspect in White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooting on Four Counts
A federal grand jury has indicted Cole Allen on four counts related to the April 25 shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, including attempting to assassinate President Trump and assaulting a federal officer. The new charges come amid concerns over Allen'…
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Nbc Newsfinance47 days agoUpdated
Judge Holds Hearing on Jail Conditions for Trump Assassination Attempt Suspect
A federal magistrate judge ordered the D.C. Department of Corrections to explain the restrictive suicide watch placed on Cole Tomas Allen, charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump. Allen was removed from suicide status over the weekend and moved to protective…
msnbc.compolitics48 days ago
Judge Hears Jail Conditions Complaints in White House Dinner Attack Case
A U.S. magistrate judge sharply criticized the D.C. jail's treatment of Cole Allen, charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump, and apologized for his initial detention conditions. The judge ordered updates on Allen's housing and access to materials. Prosecutors cited…
The Federalistpolitics48 days ago
Wisconsin Brewery Owner Announces Gubernatorial Run After Posting About Trump Assassination Attempt
Kirk Bangstad, owner of Minocqua Brewery, has filed papers to run for governor of Wisconsin. The move comes a week after his brewery's social media post urging better marksmanship for a potential Trump assassin, prompting an ongoing FBI and Secret Service investigation. Bangstad…
Fox Newspolitics48 days ago
Man Arrested on Disorderly Conduct Charge at Trump Doral Golf Club
Authorities arrested a man for disorderly conduct at President Trump's Miami golf club following a disturbance, one week after a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. A federal judge questioned the suspect's jail conditions in that case. Separately, U.S.
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revolver.newspolitics49 days ago
Cole Allen Charged with Attempted Assassination of Trump at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Cole Allen faces charges for attempting to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 25, where he shot an officer. The incident heightened security for King Charles's U.S. state visit and bolstered arguments for a fortified White House ballroo…
New York Postpolitics50 days agoUpdated
Los Altos Vice Mayor Changes Facebook Profile Picture to '86 47' Seashells
Los Altos Vice Mayor Larry Lang posted an image of seashells arranged as '86 47' on social media, prompting calls for his resignation from California Republicans. The phrase mirrors one that led to former FBI Director James Comey's federal indictment for alleged threats against P…
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freepressjournal.inworld55 days ago
Argument Erupts Between Journalists at Substack Party Amid Assassination Attempt Lockdown
An argument between Jim Acosta and Michael Tracey escalated at a Substack party in Washington, D.C., shortly after a Secret Service lockdown due to a presidential assassination attempt. The incident involved heated exchanges and security intervention. President Trump was evacuate…
nypost.compolitics52 days ago
Man Arrested for Shooting at Secret Service at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
A gunman engaged Secret Service agents in a firefight at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, targeting President Trump and administration officials. The White House is now considering new security measures, including a bulletproof vest for the pre…
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washingtonpost.comworld56 days ago
Democratic Lawmaker Responds to Call for Reduced Rhetoric After Assassination Attempt
A Democratic lawmaker expressed confusion when asked about toning down rhetoric following a recent assassination attempt on the U.S. president. The response highlighted ongoing discussions about political discourse in the wake of the incident. The exchange was captured in a video…
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The Bbcworld56 days ago
Shooting Disrupts White House Correspondents' Dinner; One Secret Service Agent Injured, Suspect in Custody
Gunfire disrupted the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton, leading to the evacuation of President Trump and others. The suspect, 31-year-old Cole Allen from California, faces federal charges. The event was canceled, with Trump vowing to reschedule.
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