The Incident
Shots were fired inside the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 26, 2026. Upon hearing gunshots, Secret Service agents immediately responded by leaping onto the dais and escorting President Trump away from the ballroom. Attendees were ordered to take cover under tables as the room was sealed.
Evacuations and Safety
President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and multiple Cabinet officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth were swiftly evacuated from the event. White House Correspondent's Association president Weijia Jiang and mentalist Oz Pearlman were also among those removed. Neither the President nor Vice President sustained injuries.
The Shooter
The shooter was confirmed dead according to CNN. No additional details about the shooter's identity or motive were provided in the available sources.
Live Coverage
The incident unfolded live on C-SPAN cameras. CNN's Jake Tapper was conducting an interview from the ballroom floor when the shots were fired. Following the evacuation, CNN reported that the President was safe.
Event Continuation
Hundreds of attendees remained at the venue in shock after the incident. An announcement was made that the dinner program would resume shortly, indicating the event was not permanently cancelled.
Historical Context
The Washington Hilton, located a short distance from the White House, is the site where President Ronald Reagan was shot in 1981. A special VIP entrance approved by Secret Service was constructed at the hotel following that incident, which was used for Trump's arrival at this event. 
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