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A shooting occurred at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, raising security concerns. The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, was fatally shot by law enforcement after opening fire at the event attended by President Trump. Questions about security protocols and the suspect's access to firearms have prompted calls for investigations and changes in security measures.
- ▪Cole Tomas Allen opened fire during the White House Correspondents' Association dinner before being shot by law enforcement.
- ▪One law enforcement officer was injured, but no other attendees were harmed during the incident.
- ▪The event was not classified as a 'national special security event,' leading to criticism of the security measures in place.
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U.S. Shooting Reported at White House Over Memorial Day Weekend White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooting Leaves Security Questions Unanswered A shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner at the Washington Hilton on Saturday has prompted widespread scrutiny of security protocols at the high-profile event. The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, 31, opened fire during the dinner attended by President Donald Trump and several ca... 2:41 PM ET Continue reading ↓ White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooting Leaves Security Questions UnansweredA shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner at the Washington Hilton on Saturday has prompted widespread scrutiny of security protocols at the high-profile event.
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