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Trump, First Lady Melania evacuated from White House Correspondents' Dinner after reported gunshots at Washington Hilton
Updated On: 26 April, 2026 07:36 AM IST | Washington DC | mid-day online correspondent
The security incident occurred at approximately 8.45 PM (local time) as dinner service was underway. Witnesses reported hearing “loud, rhythmic sounds” echoing from the lobby area, which were quickly identified as gunfire
US First Lady Melania Trump and President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shortly before they were evacuated following a security incident. PIC/AFP
Chaos broke out on Saturday evening after suspected gunshots were reportedly fired in the lobby of the Washington Hilton, leading to the evacuation of US President Donald Trump and other senior officials from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, news agency ANI reported.
President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice-President JD Vance were immediately evacuated from the ballroom by tactical teams and moved to a secure location.
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