'Rapist, Pedophile...' White House Press Meet Shooter Who Tried To Assassinate Trump Said In Manifesto

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called the US President "truly fearless" and detailed how a "fun night" was hijacked by a person who wanted to assassinate US President Trump and several administration officials.

“What was supposed to be a fun night at the @WHCA dinner with President Trump delivering jokes and celebrating free speech was hijacked by a depraved crazy person who sought to assassinate the President and kill as many top Trump administration officials as possible,” Leavitt said.

White House Shooting LIVE: The suspect in the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner had sent an anti-Trump manifesto to a family member before the shooting episode.

“I am no longer willing to permit a pedophile, rapist, and traitor to coat my hands with his crimes,” Cole Allen wrote.

White House Shooting LIVE: The White House shared details about Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting case. US President Donald Trump said the alleged manifesto showed hostility toward Christians.

"The guy is a sick guy," Trump said, speaking to Fox News, adding, “When you read his manifesto, he hates Christians. That's one thing for sure. He hates Christians, a hatred. And I think his sister or his brother actually was complaining about it. You know, they were even complaining to law enforcement. So he was, he was a very troubled guy.”

White House Shooting LIVE: US President Donald Trump said that the assasination attempt at the White House press dinner would have never happened if there was a "large, safe, and secure Ballroom be built ON THE GROUNDS OF THE WHITE HOUSE".

White House Shooting LIVE: US Acting Attorney General ‌Todd Blanche said ⁠that law enforcement believes the ‌alleged White House ‌Correspondents’ Dinner shooter ‌was ⁠targeting Trump ⁠administration officials.

“It does appear that he, he ‌did, in fact, have set out ‌to target folks that work in the ⁠administration, likely including the President,” Blanche ‌told NBC News. He added that the suspect may have traveled by train from Los Angeles ⁠to Chicago and then ⁠to Washington, DC.

White House Shooting LIVE: Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney condemned the shooting incident on Saturday, saying that “political violence has no place in any democracy.” He expressed relief that the President, the First Lady, and all guests who were attending the event are safe.

White House Shooting LIVE: France’s President Emmanuel Macron said that the incident at the media gala attended by US President Donald Trump was “unacceptable,” stressing that violence has no place in democracy.

“The armed attack targeting the President of the United States last night is unacceptable. Violence has no place in a democracy. I extend my full support to Donald Trump,” Macron posted on X.

White House Shooting LIVE: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that he was “shocked” by the shooting incident at the Washington media gala, expressing “a huge relief” that US President Donald Trump and others were unharmed.

“Any attack on democratic institutions or on the freedom of the press must be condemned in the strongest possible terms,” Starmer said on X.

White House Shooting LIVE: A US Secret Service officer shot at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner has been released from the hospital, according to Chief of Communications Anthony Guglielmi. The officer's ballistic vest likely prevented a tragedy. President Donald Trump mentioned he spoke with the officer, noting his high spirits and pride in his work, stating, “We told him we love him and respect him.”
 

White House Shooting LIVE: FBI and Secret Service are at a home linked to Cole Thomas Allen in Torrance, California. They are preparing to serve a search warrant connected to an incident where Allen allegedly opened fire at officers during a dinner, according to Bill Essayli, U.S. attorney's first assistant for the Central District of California.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: The suspected gunman at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner aimed to instigate a national tragedy, according to Secret Service Deputy Director Matthew Quinn. A Secret Service agent was shot but will survive, with no other injuries reported.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: FBI agents are gathered outside a home in Torrance, linked to suspected gunman Cole Allen. A police perimeter is in place, with media and law enforcement present. A neighbor, who preferred to remain anonymous, mentioned uncertainty about Allen's residency but noted he was seen a couple of days ago. The neighbor described Allen's father as friendly and often engaged in conversation.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: US VP JD Vance is removed by his security team 15 seconds before Trumps team even clue on to what is happening.

White House Shooting LIVE: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu expressed shock at the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, stating his relief for the safety of the President and First Lady, wishing a speedy recovery for the injured police officer, and commending the Secret Service.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: The suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, has reportedly confessed that Trump officials were the target. The shooting suspect told law enforcement following his arrest that he wanted to shoot Trump administration officials, as per reports. 

White House Shooting LIVE: A Secret Service officer injured by gunfire at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner has been released from the hospital. Trump stated the officer was in "very great shape" due to his ballistic vest. Chief Jeffery Carroll confirmed the officer was stabilized after being taken to the hospital, as authorities believe he was wounded during a gunfire exchange with a suspect, who has been apprehended.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from Torrance, has been identified as the armed man subdued near a dinner attended by President Trump and officials. He is a part-time teacher at C2 Education, where he was named “teacher of the month” in December 2024. Allen graduated from Caltech in 2017 and earned a master’s in computer science in 2023.

White House Shooting LIVE: The Secret Service neutralized a threat at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after a suspect breached security, fired a shot, and was arrested. Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe criticized the security perimeter's effectiveness and stated the event should have been halted immediately to preserve the scene for evidence collection.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: In 1981, Reagan was shot by Hinckley Jr. outside the Hilton, prompting security redesigns and a presidential suite. Trump was briefly taken there after the incident Saturday night.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: PM Modi expressed relief over the safety of President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance after a shooting incident at a White House event. He condemned violence in democracy and wished them continued safety and well-being.

White House Shooting LIVE:  U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced preliminary charges against the suspect for firearm use and assaulting an officer. She indicated more charges will follow as the investigation unfolds. The arraignment is scheduled for Monday in federal court.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: Trump addressed reporters at the White House, noting the dangers of being president and the violence faced, calling it “part of the job.” He promised more information on the shooter's identity and motive, stressing the world's violent nature. Trump praised the Secret Service, indicating the shooter was not near the ballroom during the incident. He also acknowledged the reporters' formal attire, commenting on the many tuxedos and beautiful dresses present.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: The president affirmed a postponed dinner will be rescheduled, promising it will be “better” and “safer.” He acknowledged the elegant attire present, expressing optimism about future success despite the event's unexpected changes.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced imminent charges related to a dinner incident, confirming the ongoing investigation. FBI Director Kash Patel stated they are analyzing a long gun and shell casings, while encouraging witnesses to provide any additional information.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: Trump urged for unprecedented security measures at his press conference, linking the need for his under-construction White House ballroom to the recent incident on Saturday.

White House Shooting LIVE: Trump said that the suspect was armed and was halted by Secret Service after shooting one officer, who was saved by a bulletproof vest. The officer was shot from close range with a powerful gun. Security footage revealed the man running past metal detectors as officers responded with drawn weapons.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: Weijia Jiang, Senior White House Correspondent, informed journalists post-president's departure that a press briefing would occur soon and the dinner would be rescheduled within 30 days. Emphasizing journalism's role during crises, she reflected on First Amendment freedoms, expressing gratitude for everyone's safety and future gatherings.
 

White House Shooting LIVE: US President Donald Trump has claimed that security footage from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting incident has been released, posting about it on his social media platform Truth Social. In his post, Trump suggested that the visuals shed more light on the sequence of events during the security scare at the venue. However, officials have not yet confirmed the authenticity or details of the footage, as investigations into the incident continue.

White House Shooting LIVE:  The first image of the suspected shooter involved in the security scare at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner venue has emerged, offering an initial look at the man at the centre of the unprecedented incident. The photograph, now shared by Trump on truth social, shows the suspect shortly after he was apprehended following the chaos at the host hotel.

White House Shooting LIVE: Donald J. Trump praised security agencies following a shooting scare at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, supporting the decision to proceed with the event. He commended the Secret Service and law enforcement for their quick actions, confirmed the shooter was caught, and encouraged the program to continue.

White House Shooting LIVE: The Hilton hotel, hosting the White House Correspondents’ Dinner annually, stays open to regular guests. Security focuses on the ballroom, not the entire hotel, allowing disruptions in public areas, such as protests where guests displayed banners, leading to interventions by security personnel to remove them.