California Man Charged With Trying to Kill Trump at DC Dinner Saturday Night

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Summary

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announces charges against Cole Tomas Allen for attempting to kill President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Law enforcement stopped the attack; one officer injured but released. Blanche emphasizes that violence will not disrupt democratic institutions.

  • A California man, Cole Tomas Allen, is charged with attempting to kill President Donald Trump.
  • The incident occurred Saturday night at the White House Correspondents' Association annual dinner.
  • Secret Service agents tackled and detained the suspect; protectees and participants were safe.
  • One officer was injured and has been released from the hospital.
  • Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche spoke at a press conference after the hearing.
  • Blanche stated that violence has no place in civic life and will not be tolerated.
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