Trump attends White House Correspondents' Dinner amid shooting fallout
newsApr 26, 202631139
Donald Trump attended the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton after a shooting nearby put the event on heightened security alert. The annual dinner honors journalists who cover the White House and is traditionally held at the Hilton rather than on White House grounds. Officials tightened security around the hotel and organizers now face decisions about venue choice and additional safeguards for future ceremonies.
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