UPDATED Apr 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Apr 26, 2026 at 9:02 AM ET
A suspect in a Washington gala shooting is in custody after writings and posts suggested a politically motivated attack.
WHO: Cole Tomas Allen, 31, and White House Correspondents’ Association dinner attendees
WHAT: Authorities say the suspect opened fire near the Washington Hilton and is being investigated for a politically motivated attack
WHEN: Apr 26, 2026 at 2:42 PM ET
WHERE: Washington, DC
WHY: He reportedly targeted Trump administration officials over grievances with Trump policies and recent actions.
