President Trump delivers remarks and answers questions with cabinet at White House
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Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 26
President Trump delivers remarks and answers questions with cabinet at White House
8 articles · Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 26
Trump was joined by Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, FBI Director Kash Patel, and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, who addressed the ongoing investigation before Trump took questions.
Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio were also present during the briefing, highlighting unified administration response.
The remarks follow Trump’s earlier comments about being evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner after a shooting, emphasizing resilience and the importance of not letting such incidents disrupt governance.
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Lone Wolf Terrorist Attack at 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner: Security Breach and Aftermath
Overview
On April 25, 2026, gunshots erupted at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., prompting a swift response from the Secret Service and local police who secured the venue and evacuated President Trump, the First Lady, Vice President Vance, and other officials unharmed. The attacker, Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, a former National Guard member with a prior terrorism conviction, was quickly apprehended. The incident exposed security vulnerabilities at the event, leading to a comprehensive review of protective measures and renewed calls for stronger counterterrorism efforts. Political leaders united in condemning the violence, emphasizing the urgent need to address the growing threat of lone-actor attacks against public figures.