Cole Allen's defense lawyers fight to remove him from suicide watch
Cole Allen, accused of attempting to assassinate the president during the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, is currently held on suicide watch. His defense team has filed a motion arguing that the conditions violate his due process rights and hinder his ability to assist in his own defense. A hearing is scheduled to address the motion and potentially reveal the prosecution's next steps in the case.
- ▪Cole Allen is accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner on April 25, 2026.
- ▪His defense argues that being on suicide watch prevents him from accessing communication tools and reviewing legal documents.
- ▪Prosecutors plan to present the case to a grand jury this week, possibly leading to additional charges.
- ▪Allen, a 31-year-old computer scientist from California, allegedly rushed a Secret Service checkpoint with multiple weapons.
- ▪The defense claims suicide watch conditions, including strip searches and padded vests, deprive Allen of dignity and due process.
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Federal Courts Cole Allen's defense lawyers fight to remove him from suicide watch Cole Allen faces charges including attempted assassination of the president, with more expected By Stephen Sorace Fox News Published May 3, 2026 1:55pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Alleged WHCA dinner shooter Cole Allen to remain in custody after court hearing Newly released video shows the alleged White House Correspondents' Association dinner shooter, Cole Allen, running through security. Former U.S. Attorney Cully Stimson analyzes the judge's decision to keep Allen in custody.
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