Video shows suspect charging security checkpoint at White House dinner
Surveillance video shows the suspect running past metal detectors as security agents draw their weapons at a security checkpoint during the White House correspondents' dinner. Washington, DC police said officers exchanged gunfire, a Secret Service officer was struck in the vest and hospitalized in good spirits, while the suspect was not hit and also hospitalized for evaluation. The article also notes related political and security developments reported on the same day.
Why It Matters
The incident highlights security challenges at high-profile political events and the immediate response by law enforcement and security services.
Timeline
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Gunman at White House correspondents' dinner charges checkpoint
Surveillance video released by Donald Trump shows the suspect running past metal detectors as security agents draw their guns; Washington DC police say the suspect charged the checkpoint and officers exchanged gunfire; one US Secret Service officer was struck in his vest and hospitalized in good spirits; the suspect was not struck by gunfire and was also transported to hospital for evaluation.