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CSB News USA · 3:28 PM

A major security scare unfolded at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C. after gunfire was reported inside the venue. An armed suspect attempted to breach a security checkpoint but was swiftly intercepted by the United States Secret Service. President Donald Trump was immediately escorted to safety as the situation was brought under control.

Washington, D.C. | A major security scare disrupted the high-profile White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C. on Saturday night, after gunfire was reported around 8:35 p.m. at the Washington Hilton.Guests inside the venue were seen taking cover as panic spread across the ballroom area. Video footage circulating online showed rapid response from security personnel. President Evacuated SafelyFollowing the incident, agents from the United States Secret Service swiftly escorted President Donald Trump and senior officials to a secure location. Suspect Breaches CheckpointAccording to Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser and interim Police Chief Jeffery Carroll, a lone suspect attempted to breach a Secret Service checkpoint in the hotel lobby. The individual was reportedly armed with a shotgun, a handgun, and multiple knives. As he rushed toward the checkpoint, security personnel intervened immediately. Law enforcement confirmed that while shots were exchanged, the suspect was not shot. Instead, officers subdued him physically, tackled him to the ground, and placed him in custody. Injuries ReportedOne Secret Service agent sustained injuries during the confrontation and was…

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