Gunman Rushes Secret Service Checkpoint at White House Correspondents' Dinner, Agent Injured

Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser provided an update on an incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, stating that a gunman rushed a Secret Service checkpoint, injuring an agent. All guests were secured, and the suspect was apprehended.

Sun Apr 26 2026

Incident at White House Correspondents' Dinner

Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser provided an update on an incident that occurred at approximately 8:36 PM tonight at the Washington Hilton Hotel, the site of the White House Correspondents' Dinner. President Donald Trump returned safely to the White House as planned.

Secret Service Agent Injured, Suspect Apprehended

According to Mayor Bowser, a sole gunman rushed a Secret Service checkpoint in a lobby at the hotel. A Secret Service agent was injured and transported to a local hospital where they are receiving care. The suspect was also transported to a local hospital for evaluation. Mayor Bowser expressed gratitude to the members of law enforcement who secured the area and ensured the safety of all guests.

*Source: YouTube: Associated Press (2026-04-26)*

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