President Ronald Reagan shot and wounded by John Hinckley Jr in 1981 assassination attempt
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Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 26
President Ronald Reagan shot and wounded by John Hinckley Jr in 1981 assassination attempt
12 articles · Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 26
The shooting occurred outside the Washington Hilton after Reagan’s speech, at the same entrance used today for the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
Saturday night’s event took place deeper inside the hotel, within the security perimeter but outside the main auditorium where President Trump was present.
The 1981 attack remains a significant moment in presidential security history, with the location’s legacy highlighted as it continues to host major political events.
Will the 1981 Reagan assassination attempt reveal clues about this recent hotel shooting?
How did a gunman with multiple weapons get past security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner?
Will the historic Washington Hilton face consequences for the shocking security lapses?
What was the motive of the California man who attacked the presidential dinner event?
Beyond guns, are sophisticated drones the next major threat to high-profile public events?
Did law enforcement's rapid response prove the security plan ultimately worked despite the breach?