Gunman Opens Fire Outside White House Correspondents Dinner

A suspect brandished a knife during a White House press corps event at a hotel in Washington D.C. Authorities are currently investigating the motives behind the attack. The suspect is a teacher from Cali who traveled via train to Chicago before reaching Washington D.C. Suspect identified as 31-year-old California teacher Colo Tomas Allen, who is currently not cooperating with investigators. US President Donald Trump stated he was the target of a would-be assassin after the man attempted to rush a security checkpoint. One security service agent sustained minor injuries during the incident. Weapons used in the incident included rifles, pistols, and knives. A suspect identified as 'Coal' has been named in connection with the shooting incident. Witnesses reported uncertainty regarding a potential second shooter and noted the suspect was shot at close range despite wearing a bulletproof vest. The incident took place at the Hilton Hotel in Washington D.C. President Trump and the First Lady were rushed off stage and exfiltrated within two hours. The defendant is scheduled to be arraigned on Monday.