Assassination Attempt
Coverage of Assassination Attempt in the Nexus archive.
- Slovaks vote in a referendum on lifelong payments for populist leader Fico
Slovaks will vote in a referendum on canceling lifelong payments for populist Prime Minister Robert Fico and other leaders after their terms end. The referendum, organized by the Democrats opposition party with over 350,000 signatures, also addresses reopening the special prosecutor and National Criminal Agency, which were abolished in 2024 by Fico’s government amid public protests.
- Slovaks vote in a referendum on lifelong payments for populist leader Fico
Slovaks will vote in a referendum to decide whether to cancel lifelong payments for Prime Minister Robert Fico and other leaders after their terms end, and to reopen the special prosecutor and National Criminal Agency offices. The referendum follows a petition by the Democrats party and a 2024 assassination attempt on Fico, which led to the introduction of the payments for politicians.
- Secret Service didn’t secure mobile devices, putting leaders at risk, report says
The Secret Service left themselves vulnerable to hacking due to issues with both official and personal devices, as found by a government watchdog report. The report, ordered after an assassination attempt on President Trump in Butler, Pa, was conducted by the Office of Inspector General at the Department of Homeland Security.
- Trump returns to scene of assassination attempt — and security looks virtually the same
Trump returned to the site of an assassination attempt in Butler, Pa. An attendee who survived the July 2024 incident criticized the unchanged security measures, expressing shock after Butler and Charlie Kirk.
- Trump to attend rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner after assassination attempt
Trump is attending the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner following an assassination attempt. The event was rescheduled after the attack.
- Trump to attend rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner after assassination attempt
Trump is set to attend the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner. This follows an assassination attempt.
- Another White House Correspondents' Dinner has been announced for July 24 with 'enhanced safety measures'
The White House Correspondents Association (WHCA) has announced a second White House Correspondents' Dinner for July 24, following the cancellation of the April event due to an assassination attempt against President Trump and other attendees. The new event will include 'enhanced safety measures'.
- Latest Trump assassination attempt exposes ‘educated assassins’ moral crisis, university president says
A 31-year-old California man with advanced degrees from Caltech and California State University is accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump. University President Gerson Moreno-Riaño warns of a 'moral crisis' as 'educated assassins' challenge traditional assumptions about education's role in shaping character, citing the suspect's elite academic background and philosophical motivations.
- White House shooting suspect accused of trying to assassinate Trump complains prison conditions are a breach of his rights
A suspect accused of attempting to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House has complained that his prison conditions violate his rights. The individual is currently detained and facing legal proceedings related to the alleged attack.
- House Republican makes shock claim about Trump assassination attempt being 'an inside job'
A House Republican made a controversial claim that the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump was an inside job. The statement has sparked debate and raised questions about the investigation's integrity.
- Kristi Noem rumored lover's desperate plot to blame Trump's Ice Queen for assassination attempt backfires… and the humiliation is just beginning
A rumored lover of South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem allegedly attempted to frame President Donald Trump's 'Ice Queen' for an assassination plot, but the scheme backfired, leading to public humiliation. The failed effort highlights ongoing political tensions and conspiracy theories surrounding Trump's allies.
- The United States of Conspiracy
Another assassination attempt on Donald Trump highlights growing public mistrust in the media and the proliferation of conspiracy theories.
- New video shows correspondents' dinner suspect before shooting
A gunman was present at the D.C. Hilton last Friday, attempting to assassinate President Trump and his Cabinet. New video footage provides the clearest view of events before the shooting. The incident is being investigated by authorities.
- Trump jokes there's no place safer for him than a Florida retirement community after third assassination attempt
Donald Trump joked that a Florida retirement community is the safest place for him following a third assassination attempt. The comment highlights his response to ongoing security threats.
- Trump jokes there's no place safer for him than a Florida retirement community after third assassination attempt
Donald Trump made a joke about a Florida retirement community being the safest place for him following his third assassination attempt. The comment highlights ongoing security concerns and his humorous response to the situation.
- Not rocket science: Extreme political rhetoric eventually has consequences
Cole Allen, a Caltech graduate, is accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump. The article suggests that extreme political rhetoric may contribute to lowering psychological barriers to violence, potentially influencing such actions.
- New details about correspondents' dinner shooting emerge as suspect appears in court
The man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump appeared in court as new details about the attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner continue to emerge. The incident occurred during the annual event attended by journalists and political figures.
- Trump comments on wearing a bulletproof vest after WHCA shooting
President Trump joked about wearing a bulletproof vest in the future after a third assassination attempt, humorously noting concerns about looking '20 pounds heavier.' The comment was made during a press session in the Oval Office.
- Cole Tomas Allen, Torrance man accused of trying to kill Trump at press gala, to remain jailed until trial
Cole Tomas Allen, a Torrance man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a press gala, agreed to remain jailed until his trial during a federal court hearing in Washington. He faces charges related to the alleged assassination attempt.
- Katie Porter faces backlash for profanity-laced Trump email day after assassination attempt at WHCD
Congresswoman Katie Porter faced backlash for sending a profanity-laced email about Donald Trump following an assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The incident occurred amid heightened political tensions and scrutiny over public figures' rhetoric.
- Katie Porter's 'F*** Trump' email day after assassination attempt draws sharp rebuke: 'Degenerate loser'
California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter sent a controversial email containing the phrase 'F*** Trump' four times, including in the subject line, one day after an assassination attempt on President Trump. The Republican National Committee condemned her remarks, calling her a 'degenerate loser' and accusing Democrats of fanning violence. Porter's campaign did not address the assassination attempt in the email, drawing further criticism.
- Shock poll: 47 percent of Dems think Trump assassination attempt staged!
A shock poll reveals 47% of Democrats believe Trump's assassination attempt was staged, raising questions about media scrutiny of such beliefs. The article challenges whether media will address Democratic supporters' skepticism about the legitimacy of threats against Trump.
- Alleged Trump assassination plot: Analysis shows 1 in 5 left-wing posts cry hoax, admin shreds ‘moron’ claims
A gunman allegedly attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, leading to widespread conspiracy theories from left-wing figures claiming the event was staged. Cole Allen, a 31-year-old Democratic activist, was arrested and charged with attempting to assassinate the president, while some politicians and influencers, including Rep. Jasmine Crockett and director Morgan J. Freeman, suggested the attack was a 'false flag' benefiting Trump.
- Forensic probe underway into correspondents' dinner suspect's electronic devices
A forensic investigation is being conducted on the electronic devices of the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The suspect is scheduled to return to court on Thursday.
- White House reignites war with Kimmel after jokes about Trump’s death
Jimmy Kimmel faced backlash from President Trump and the White House after joking about Melania Trump appearing like an 'expectant widow' at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, where an assassination attempt occurred. The White House called for Kimmel's firing over the comment.
- Stephen Miller's wife sets record straight over cruel claims husband was using her as 'human shield' during assassination attempt
Stephen Miller's wife denied claims that he used her as a human shield during an assassination attempt, clarifying the false allegations. The article highlights her effort to set the record straight regarding the accusations against her husband.
- Stephen Miller's wife sets record straight over cruel claims husband was using her as 'human shield' during assassination attempt
Stephen Miller's wife clarifies false claims that he used her as a human shield during an assassination attempt. The claims were denied, and she is setting the record straight.
- Texas man is charged for breaching CIA headquarters just one day before Trump assassination attempt
A Texas man has been charged with breaching the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) headquarters in Virginia. The incident occurred one day before an attempted assassination of U.S. President Donald Trump.
- WHCA dinner shooter charged. And, Charles III to address Congress
Cole Allen is charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump during the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Separately, King Charles III is scheduled to address Congress today.
- Republicans scramble to fund Secret Service after Trump assassination attempt amid record-breaking shutdown
Republicans are under pressure to fund the Secret Service after an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, as a 74-day Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown continues. House Speaker Mike Johnson faces demands to pass a stalled Senate bill funding DHS agencies, excluding ICE and CBP, while Democrats blame Republicans for the funding lapse.
- NEWSBRIEF: WHCA SUSPECT IN COURT, TRUMP-KING RELATIONSHIP, LEBANON CEASEFIRE FRAYS
A suspect charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump is in court, Trump hosts King Charles III amid pivotal U.S.-Britain relations, and the ceasefire in southern Lebanon is deteriorating.
- Trump worries someone will try to 'take him out' every time he goes anywhere, Lara Trump says
Lara Trump revealed her father-in-law, Donald Trump, fears assassination attempts during public appearances, following a recent security breach at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. The incident involved an assailant who shot a Secret Service officer and was charged with targeting Trump administration officials, prompting evacuations and rescheduling of the event.
- Jane Fonda’s free speech group defends Kimmel amid Trump firing call: ‘Satire is not a crime’
Jane Fonda’s free speech advocacy group is defending comedian Jimmy Kimmel after President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump criticized him for a joke calling her an 'expectant widow.' The joke occurred amid heightened tensions following an assassination attempt against Trump.
- Brewing company whines that 'we almost got free beer day' for Trump near-assassination... months after promising free booze when president dies
A brewing company faced criticism for joking about a 'free beer day' following a near-assassination attempt on Donald Trump, despite having previously promised free alcohol when a president dies. The company's shift in stance was seen as tone-deaf and exploitative.
- Read the criminal complaint against would-be Trump assassin Cole Tomas Allen - and his chilling manifesto - in FULL
Cole Tomas Allen is accused of attempting to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump, as detailed in a criminal complaint and his manifesto. The case highlights a potential threat to political figures and public security.
- Trump demands ABC fire Jimmy Kimmel
President Donald Trump demanded Disney fire Jimmy Kimmel after the late-night host joked that First Lady Melania Trump resembled an 'expectant widow' in a skit about the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The skit aired days before a real-life armed gunman attempted an assassination at the event, which Trump and Melania attended. Trump interpreted Kimmel's comment as an incitement to violence against him.
- Agent shot during Reagan assassination attempt: Secret Service did ‘hell of a good job’ protecting Trump
A Secret Service agent injured during President Reagan's 1981 assassination attempt praised law enforcement for doing a 'hell of a good job' protecting President Trump during a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. The agent, who was shot in the 1981 attack, commended the Secret Service's performance in the recent incident.
- Fetterman: Democrats should ‘drop the TDS,’ fund Trump ballroom after shooting
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) urged Democrats to support funding a new White House ballroom following an assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents Association dinner. The incident occurred at the Washington Hilton, where Secret Service officers exchanged gunfire with a lone gunman.
- Mike Johnson says Secret Service must 'tighten up' after Trump's third assassination attempt and vows total overhaul of security: 'This can't go on'
Mike Johnson criticizes the Secret Service for its performance after Donald Trump's third assassination attempt and demands a complete security overhaul. He emphasizes that the current situation is unacceptable and requires immediate action.
- Mike Johnson says Secret Service must 'tighten up' after Trump's third assassination attempt and vows total overhaul of security: 'This can't go on'
Mike Johnson criticizes the Secret Service for needing to 'tighten up' following a third assassination attempt on Donald Trump, vowing a total overhaul of security measures to prevent future incidents.