Gunfire disrupted the White House Correspondents’ Dinner at the Washington Hilton, causing sudden panic among guests and officials.
Security agents quickly moved to protect President Trump, evacuating him from view while others scrambled for safety.
Cabinet members, journalists, and attendees took cover under tables and in hallways as the situation unfolded.
Early reports indicated that the suspected shooter was detained and that top officials were confirmed safe.
Some reporters described the confusion in real time, including witnessing the suspect being taken down by security.
As the scene stabilized, lawmakers publicly expressed relief and concern, emphasizing the seriousness of the incident.
In a separate development, a leaked Justice Department memo drew attention for outlining changes to federal execution methods.
The document reportedly discussed reviving older lethal injection protocols and introducing firing squads, adding further tension to an already unsettled night in Washington.
