Trump and Vance Uninjured After Shots Fired at White House Correspondents' Dinner
President Donald Trump and other top U.S. officials were evacuated from the annual event in Washington after a shooter opened fire outside the ballroom
President Donald Trump was rushed off stage and evacuated from the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom. The incident occurred at the Washington Hilton while the president was attending the event, causing immediate panic as guests ducked under tables. Security agents quickly moved to secure the president and other top U.S. leaders as chaos erupted in the venue.[1][4][5][6][8]
Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance were reported to be uninjured and in perfect condition following the emergency evacuation. While there did not immediately appear to be any other injuries among the attendees, a law enforcement official confirmed that one officer was struck in a bullet-resistant vest during the incident. That officer is expected to be okay, according to authorities.[1][2][6][8]
The FBI's Washington field office is currently responding to the site, and officials stated that the suspected shooter has been taken into custody and is thought to be alive. President Trump later praised the Secret Service for their swift response and confirmed that the gunman had been apprehended. The investigation into the shooting, which took place on the evening of April 25, 2026, remains ongoing as law enforcement processes the scene.[1][2][3][4][6][7]
