Cole Tomas Allen

A federal judge denied a request to disqualify top Justice Department officials from overseeing the prosecution of Cole Tomas Allen, who is charged with attempting to kill President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. The judge ruled that the officials' attendance at the event and Jeanine Pirro’s friendship with Trump did not create a conflict of interest.

A federal judge denied a request to disqualify top Justice Department officials from overseeing the prosecution of Cole Tomas Allen, who is charged with attempting to kill President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. The judge ruled that neither the officials' attendance at the event nor their potential conflicts of interest justified disqualification, as there was no evidence Allen targeted them or knew they would be present.

The Trump administration argues a recent shooting near the White House underscores the need for a new ballroom with advanced security features. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche opposes a court order halting construction of the 90,000-square-foot ballroom, which replaces the East Wing and Jacqueline Kennedy Garden. The project, funded by private donors according to Trump, faces legal challenges from the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

The Trump administration cited a recent shooting near the White House to justify the construction of a new 90,000-square-foot ballroom with enhanced security features, including a drone-proof roof and ballistic glass. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche opposed a court order halting the project, arguing it is critical for national security, while funding remains contentious due to skepticism over taxpayer use.

The Trump administration cited a recent shooting near the White House to justify the construction of a new secure ballroom, emphasizing features like drone-proof and bulletproof materials. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche argued the project is critical for national security, opposing a court order halting construction, while critics question the use of taxpayer funds.

The Trump administration cites a recent shooting near the White House as justification for constructing a secure ballroom as part of the East Wing Project. The proposed ballroom includes features like a drone-proof roof and bullet-resistant glass. A federal court temporarily halted above-ground construction, but the administration opposes the order, arguing the facility is critical for national security.

The Trump administration cited a recent shooting near the White House to justify the construction of a new secure ballroom in the East Wing, emphasizing features like drone-proof and bulletproof materials. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche opposed a court order halting construction, arguing the project is critical for national security. The ballroom, part of a $1 billion Secret Service funding proposal, faces opposition over taxpayer use, though Trump claims private donors will cover costs.

The Trump administration argues a recent White House shooting underscores the need for a new secure ballroom with advanced security features. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche opposes a court order halting construction, citing national security, while Senate Republicans question funding. The project faces legal challenges from the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

The U.S. Secret Service shot a person near the White House on May 23, 2026, with a bystander also injured. Both were in critical condition, and law enforcement confirmed the incident occurred one block from the White House. Journalists reported hearing gunshots and social media posts detailed the chaos, while authorities linked the event to previous security threats, including an April 25 attempted assassination of President Donald Trump.

A Fox News poll found that 30% of voters believe the recent assassination attempt against President Donald Trump was staged, with a partisan divide on the attack's authenticity. The survey also revealed that younger voters and women are more likely to think the shooting was fabricated. Nearly half of Democrats believe the shooting was staged, while 79% of Republicans believe it was real.

A Fox News poll found that 30% of voters believe a recent assassination attempt against President Donald Trump was staged, with a partisan divide on the attack's authenticity. The survey also showed that 52% of voters believe the attack was real. The incident has sparked concerns about the erosion of a shared reality.

Cole Tomas Allen, 31, pleaded not guilty to four federal charges, including attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. The incident occurred on April 25, 2026, when Allen allegedly fired a weapon near the event, prompting the evacuation of attendees and the injury of a Secret Service agent’s protective vest.

Cole Tomas Allen pleaded not guilty to charges of attempting to kill President Donald Trump and firing a shotgun at a Secret Service officer. The incident occurred at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on April 25, 2026. Allen faces a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted.

Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old man, has pleaded not guilty to charges related to attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump. The incident occurred at a Washington dinner. Allen is facing serious charges for his alleged actions.

Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old man, has pleaded not guilty to charges related to attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump. The incident occurred at a Washington dinner. Allen is facing serious charges.

Cole Tomas Allen, accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump, has pleaded not guilty. The incident has sparked concerns about security and potential threats to public figures. Allen's plea has initiated the next stage of the legal process.

Cole Tomas Allen has pleaded not guilty to charges related to an alleged attempt on Donald Trump's life. The incident has raised concerns about security and potential threats to public figures. Allen's plea has initiated the next stage of the legal process.

Cole Tomas Allen has pleaded not guilty to all charges related to attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at a gala in Washington last month. The plea was entered by his attorney on his behalf. Allen is accused of attempting to assassinate the former US President.

Cole Tomas Allen, a suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, has pleaded not guilty in federal court. The incident is under investigation and further details are awaited. Allen's plea marks the beginning of the legal proceedings.

Cole Tomas Allen was indicted on new charges for attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump and assaulting a federal officer during an attack at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. Allen faces a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted. The incident occurred on April 25 at the Washington Hilton.

Cole Tomas Allen, the suspected gunman at the White House correspondents’ dinner, faces a new charge of assaulting a federal officer with a deadly weapon. The new charge is part of a four-count indictment that also includes attempted assassination and illegal transportation of a firearm. Allen is accused of targeting Trump.

Cole Tomas Allen has been indicted by a grand jury on four counts, including attempted assassination of the president. The indictment is related to a shooting incident at the Correspondents' dinner. Allen faces serious charges.

A federal grand jury indicted Cole Tomas Allen on four charges for attempting to disrupt the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner and assassinate Trump. The alleged gunman faces charges including assaulting an officer or employee of the United States. The incident occurred at the annual black-tie dinner for journalists and public officials.

A nurse at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles expressed disappointment on social media that President Donald Trump was not killed in a shooting during the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. The medical center responded, stating that individual staff members' social media postings do not reflect the views of the organization. The nurse, Matthew Shaffer, is a nurse practitioner at Cedars-Sinai Medical Group.

A pellet found in a Secret Service agent's vest links suspect Cole Tomas Allen to the White House Complex attack, according to U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro. The pellet is definitive evidence of the link. The attack occurred at the White House Complex.

A federal public defender filed a motion to remove suicide precautions for Cole Tomas Allen, who is jailed for allegedly attempting to kill President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.

Cole Tomas Allen, a Caltech graduate and indie video game developer described as 'a godly person,' is accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House correspondents' dinner. The incident highlights a stark contrast between his professional background and alleged criminal actions.

Prosecutors released a video showing Cole Tomas Allen, an armed suspect, storming the White House Correspondents’ Dinner with a long gun. The incident involved a Secret Service officer being struck by a bullet, raising questions about the shooter's identity.

Newly released Justice Department video shows Cole Tomas Allen moving through the Washington Hilton before approaching a security checkpoint with a weapon during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner incident. A Secret Service agent was shot but is expected to recover, and Allen faces federal charges including attempted assassination of the president.

Cole Tomas Allen, accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, will remain in custody ahead of his trial. Public defenders sought his release, but Allen agreed to stay in jail.

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.

Cole Tomas Allen, a WHCD gunman, appeared stone-faced in court and muttered an odd greeting to the judge. New details about a Trump assassination plot have been uncovered, raising concerns about security threats.

Cole Tomas Allen, linked to WHCD, appeared in court where he gave an odd greeting to the judge; new details about a Trump assassination plot have emerged. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns around political figures.

Education professionals faced backlash and employment consequences after posting online reactions expressing disappointment that President Donald Trump survived a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. Three educators—Corrine Baum, Patrick Meyer, and Francesca Zelnick—were fired or placed on leave by their institutions for social media posts related to the incident.

Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, condemned Jimmy Kimmel's joke about Trump's death as 'cruel' and criticized the media's 'epidemic of dehumanization' following the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting. She accused journalists of prioritizing content capture over safety during the attack and highlighted the broader political tensions around dehumanization and assassination attempts.

Federal prosecutors filed a motion to detain Cole Tomas Allen, alleging he planned to assassinate Donald Trump and cabinet members at the White House correspondents’ dinner. Evidence includes selfies showing Allen in a black suit with firearms and knives, matching weapons confiscated after the attack.

New images show Cole Tomas Allen taking selfies before the Washington press dinner shooting. Prosecutors argue he should remain in custody until trial for the charge of attempted assassination of President Donald Trump.

New images show Cole Tomas Allen taking selfies before the Washington press dinner shooting. Prosecutors argue he should remain in custody until trial on a charge of attempted assassination of President Donald Trump.

The Department of Justice is seeking to keep Cole Tomas Allen, the suspect in the Trump assassination attempt at the Washington Hilton Hotel, jailed pending trial. New photos released by the DOJ show Allen armed and inside a hotel room before the shooting occurred during the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner.

The Department of Justice is seeking to keep Cole Tomas Allen, the suspect in the Trump assassination attempt at the Washington Hilton Hotel, jailed pending trial. A photo released by the DOJ shows Allen armed with weapons and items in his hotel room before the shooting.