Chaos at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner due to a security alert caused by loud noises. Reports mentioned a possible gunman, creating panic among attendees. Secret Service agents swiftly responded, ensuring the President and First Lady's safety.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 26-04-2026 06:44 IST | Created: 26-04-2026 06:44 IST
Chaos at the White House Correspondents' Dinner
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President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were urgently evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night by Secret Service agents after an alarming, unidentified noise prompted security concerns.

A White House aide confirmed that Trump was unharmed following an incident reported by a freelance photographer for Reuters, who claimed to hear up to six loud bangs near the hotel, though not immediately close to the dinner itself. Multiple media outlets cited the presence of a possible gunman.

The unexpected disturbance caused panic among the crowd, with hundreds of attendees diving under tables while Secret Service officers in tactical gear entered the dining area. Dinner guests ceased all conversation, and there were frantic shouts of 'Get down, get down!' as Trump and the First Lady were swiftly escorted out.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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