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President Donald Trump<\/a> delivered a statement from the White House briefing room following the shooting incident that led to the evacuation of the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner earlier tonight.<\/p>\n \u201cA man charged a security checkpoint armed with multiple weapons,\u201d Trump said, praising Secret Service and law enforcement for acting \u201cvery quickly\u201d to stop the suspect.<\/p>\n Trump was rushed from the Washington Hilton<\/a> after shots were reported near the screening area, with law enforcement later confirming a suspect was taken into custody.<\/p>\n Trump confirmed the shooter was taken down and said one officer was shot at close range but saved by a bulletproof vest. \u201cI just spoke to the officer\u2026 he\u2019s in great shape,\u201d Trump said.<\/p>\n Adding to the surreal scene, many members of the press in the briefing room arrived directly from the Hilton and were still dressed in black tie attire for the president’s remarks.<\/p>\n Trump posted photos and video of the suspect on Truth Social to accompany his remarks.<\/p>\n Trump also framed the moment as striking at the heart of the purpose of the event, saying, \u201cthis was an event dedicated to freedom of speech that was supposed to bring together members of both parties, with members of the press. And in a certain way, it did, because the fact that they just unified us to a room that was just totally unified, it was, in one way, very beautiful, a very beautiful thing to see.\u201d<\/p>\n He said the surveillance video released on Truth Social was meant to show \u201cthe violence of this thug that attacked our Constitution,\u201d but also \u201chow quickly Secret Service and law enforcement acted on our country\u2019s behalf.\u201d<\/p>\n Trump went on to argue the incident showed a need for tighter security, saying the Washington Hilton is \u201cnot a particularly secure building\u201d and tying that to his ballroom under construction at the White House, with \u201cdrone proof\u201d protections and \u201cbulletproof glass.\u201d<\/p>\n He also linked the scare to a broader pattern of threats, saying, \u201cthis is not the first time in the past couple of years that our republic has been attacked by a would be assassin who sought to kill,\u201d and urged Americans to \u201crecommit with their hearts\u201d to \u201cresolving our differences peacefully.\u201d<\/p>\n At several points, Trump returned to the idea that the dinner should not be canceled outright, saying, \u201cwe\u2019re not going to let anybody take over our society,\u201d and vowing the event would be held again \u201cwithin the next 30 days,\u201d \u201cbigger and better and even nicer.\u201d<\/p>\n The president added that he \u201cfought like hell to stay,\u201d but was ultimately told by security, \u201cplease, sir,\u201d because agents still did not know of additional threats.<\/p>\n 10 mins agoPelosi calls WHCD shooting a \u2018terrifying act of violence,\u2019 praises law enforcement<\/p>\n Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi<\/a> reacted to the shooting outside the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner, calling it a \u201cterrifying act of violence.\u201d<\/p>\n “It is a great relief that the President, First Lady and everyone in attendance at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner is safe following a terrifying act of violence<\/a> inside the venue,\u201d Pelosi said in a statement.<\/p>\n “The brave men and women of the United States Secret Service and local law enforcement are to be commended for their swift action to secure the scene and protect those present,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n Pelosi also expressed concern for those affected.<\/p>\n “As someone whose family has suffered political violence, my prayers are with the injured officer and all those affected by the trauma of these horrible incidents,” she said.<\/p>\n Pelosi\u2019s husband was attacked with a hammer at their San Francisco home in 2022.<\/p>\n Posted by Michael Sinkewicz<\/p>\n Breaking News15 mins agoSuspect identified in White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting<\/p>\n The suspected shooter involved in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner has been named, Fox News can confirm.<\/p>\n Cole Allen, 31, was identified via a law enforcement brief to Fox News. He is from Torrance, California.<\/p>\n Allen was potentially a guest at the Washington Hilton, according to law enforcement.<\/p>\n 31 mins agoDC US attorney says suspect in WHCD incident faces federal charges, more possible<\/p>\n U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro said Saturday that the individual who rushed toward the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner<\/a> is facing federal charges, with more likely to follow.<\/p>\n Pirro said the suspect, who has not been identified, is currently charged with using a firearm during a crime of violence and assault on a federal officer with a dangerous weapon.<\/p>\n \u201cRight now, the defendant is being charged with two counts \u2014 924(c), using a firearm during a crime of violence, and a second charge under 111, which is assault on a federal officer using a dangerous weapon,\u201d Pirro said during a news conference.<\/p>\n She said the suspect is expected to be arraigned in federal district court Monday and could face additional charges.<\/p>\n \u201cBut make no mistake, there will be many more charges based upon the information that we are learning in this very fluid situation,\u201d Pirro added.<\/p>\n Posted by Michael Sinkewicz<\/p>\n 35 mins agoSecret Service in line of fire at WHCA shooting still unpaid due to Dem-led shutdown<\/p>\n The shooting near President Trump and several Cabinet members at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner is intensifying scrutiny of the Democrats\u2019 funding standoff in Congress, which has left the Department of Homeland Security \u2014 including the Secret Service<\/a> \u2014 in a prolonged funding lapse.<\/p>\n The incident comes as the standoff stretches past 60 days, with Democrats blocking funding measures and rejecting multiple Republican-backed proposals to reopen the department. The dispute, centered on immigration enforcement policy, has raised concerns about resources for agencies including the Secret Service, FEMA and the Coast Guard, all of which fall under DHS.<\/p>\n The episode adds to a series of recent security threats involving Trump, underscoring the strain on federal protective services. The Secret Service<\/a>, tasked with protecting the president, vice president, their families and other senior officials, has faced growing demands in recent years.<\/p>\n Last week, Secret Service Director Sean Curran warned lawmakers the agency is not adequately staffed to handle major upcoming events, including the FIFA World Cup, the 2028 Olympics and the next presidential cycle \u2014 highlighting mounting concerns about staffing and resources.<\/p>\n 49 mins agoTrump praises law enforcement response after gunman rushes WHCD event<\/p>\n President Donald Trump<\/a> praised law enforcement Saturday night after a gunman rushed toward the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner.<\/p>\n \u201cHe charged from 50 yards away, so he was very far away from the room,\u201d Trump said during a news conference from the White House.<\/p>\n \u201cHe was moving,\u201d Trump added. \u201cHe was really moving.\u201d<\/p>\n Trump commended the responding officers for their quick reaction.<\/p>\n \u201cThe reaction time was great,\u201d he said. \u201cBoy, those guys \u2014 they had their guns drawn. By the time he was there, they were shooting. I thought they were very impressive. And if I didn\u2019t, I\u2019d let you know.\u201d<\/p>\n Posted by Michael Sinkewicz<\/p>\n 1 hour agoActing AG says charges coming soon after shooting near WHCD<\/p>\n Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said Saturday night that charges are expected to be filed soon following the shooting outside the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner.<\/p>\n \u201cThis investigation is ongoing,\u201d he said during the briefing at the White House. \u201cI expect you will see charges filed shortly.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cThe charges should be self-evident given the conduct,\u201d he continued. \u201cBut as you’ll hear, there will be multiple charges surrounding the shooting, around the possession of firearms and anything else that we can get on this guy.\u201d<\/p>\n Posted by Michael Sinkewicz<\/p>\n 1 hour agoSpeaker Johnson praises first responders after shooting outside WHCD<\/p>\n House Speaker Mike Johnson<\/a>, R-La., thanked first responders for quickly responding to the shooting outside the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner on Saturday.<\/p>\n Johnson was attending the event at the Washington Hilton hotel<\/a> with his wife, Kelly.<\/p>\n \u201cKelly and I were at the event tonight, and we\u2019re thankful no innocent people were harmed and everyone is now safe,\u201d Johnson said in a post on X.<\/p>\n \u201cWe\u2019re grateful as always for the law enforcement and first responders who acted so quickly to bring the situation under control,\u201d he added. \u201cPraying for our country tonight.\u201d<\/p>\n Posted by Michael Sinkewicz<\/p>\n 1 hour agoScalise reacts after shooting near WHCD, praises law enforcement response<\/p>\n Rep. Steve Scalise<\/a>, R-La., who was shot in the hip by a gunman during a practice for the Congressional Baseball Game in 2017, reacted to the shooting outside the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner Saturday night.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m incredibly grateful for the brave members of law enforcement who acted quickly to protect all of us attending tonight\u2019s White House<\/a> Correspondents\u2019 Dinner,\u201d he said in a statement.<\/p>\n \u201cThis is an event meant to bring people together,\u201d he added. \u201cViolence has NO place in our country.\u201d<\/p>\n Posted by Michael Sinkewicz<\/p>\n 2 hours agoWhite House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner venue ‘Hinckley Hilton’ known for Reagan shooting history<\/p>\n Locals indelicately call the location of the White House Correspondents Dinner \u2014 the Washington Hilton Hotel<\/a> \u2014 the \u201cHinckley Hilton\u201d because of the shooting of President Ronald Reagan on March 30, 1981, by a man named John Hinckley Jr., who fired six shots at Reagan in a matter of seconds. <\/p>\n One of the bullets ricocheted off the presidential limousine and struck Reagan in the chest, seriously wounding him. Three other people were also hit, including Press Secretary James Brady, a police officer and a Secret Service agent.<\/p>\n Secret Service agents pushed Reagan<\/a> into the car and rushed him to George Washington University hospital, where he underwent surgery and survived. <\/p>\n Hinckley was arrested at the scene and was later found not guilty by reason of insanity.<\/p>\n Breaking News2 hours agoSecret Service agent shot by gunman outside White House Correspondents’ Dinner, expected to be OK<\/p>\n A gunman entered the Washington Hilton hotel<\/a>, rushed past a magnetometer and opened fire, striking a Secret Service agent in the vest, Fox News has learned. The agent is OK.<\/p>\n The suspect has been detained. The individual has not been identified.<\/p>\n Posted by Michael Sinkewicz<\/p>\n 2 hours agoErika Kirk seen in tears backstage during White House Correspondents’ Dinner evacuation<\/p>\n An emotional moment unfolded backstage at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner as attendees awaited more information about the incident.<\/p>\n Erika Kirk<\/a> was seen running through the backstage area in tears, saying, \u201cI just want to go home,\u201d according to a pool report.<\/p>\n Her late husband, Charlie Kirk<\/a>, was murdered last year while touring for Turning Point USA on the Utah Valley University campus.<\/p>\n She was escorted out of the building through a rear exit as guests were being held and security assessed the situation.<\/p>\n 2 hours agoLawmakers react after incident at White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner<\/p>\n Reactions from congressional lawmakers poured in Saturday night following a security scare at the White House<\/a> Correspondents\u2019 Dinner.<\/p>\n Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla., said he was at the event and was pulled into a secure room by Rep. Steve Scalise, R-La.<\/p>\n \u201cI am at the #WHCD,\u201d Moskowitz wrote in a post on X. \u201cI want to thank law enforcement, Capitol Police. I personally want to thank Steve Scalise<\/a>, who grabbed me into a secure room.\u201d<\/p>\n Scalise was shot in the hip by a gunman during a morning practice for the Congressional Baseball Game in Alexandria, Virginia, in 2017.<\/p>\n Posted by Michael Sinkewicz<\/p>\n Breaking News2 hours agoTrump says White House Correspondents’ Dinner to be rescheduled in 30 days, orders evacuation<\/p>\n President Donald Trump<\/a> said law enforcement has requested all attendees leave the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner venue following the earlier shooting incident.<\/p>\n \u201cLaw Enforcement has requested that we leave the premises, consistent with protocol, which we will do, immediately,\u201d Trump posted on Truth Social.<\/p>\n Trump said he will deliver a press conference from the White House<\/a> briefing room in about 30 minutes and confirmed that the first lady, vice president and all Cabinet members are \u201cin perfect condition.\u201d<\/p>\n The president also said the event will be rescheduled within 30 days.<\/p>\n 2 hours agoTrump to deliver statement after White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting incident<\/p>\n President Donald Trump<\/a> is expected to deliver a statement in the White House briefing room following the shooting incident that disrupted the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner.<\/p>\n White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt<\/a> announced the update on X as Secret Service continues to assess the situation.<\/p>\n The president’s remarks are expected in approximately 30 minutes, or 10:15 p.m. Eastern Time.<\/p>\n Breaking News2 hours agoSecret Service confirms suspect in custody after shooting near Correspondents’ Dinner screening area<\/p>\n The U.S. Secret Service, in coordination with the Metropolitan Police Department, is investigating a shooting incident near the main screening area at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner<\/a>, officials said.<\/p>\n \u201cThe president and the first lady are safe along with all protectees,\u201d Secret Service Chief of Communications Anthony Guglielmi said in a statement.<\/p>\n One individual is in custody, according to officials. <\/p>\n The condition of those involved is not yet known, and law enforcement is continuing to investigate.<\/p>\n Breaking News2 hours agoTrump praises Secret Service, says \u2018shooter has been apprehended\u2019 after Correspondents’ Dinner scare<\/p>\n President Donald Trump<\/a> said the suspect involved in the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner security scare has been apprehended, praising Secret Service and law enforcement for their response.<\/p>\n \u201cQuite an evening in D.C.<\/a> Secret Service and Law Enforcement did a fantastic job. They acted quickly and bravely,\u201d Trump posted on Truth Social.<\/p>\n \u201cThe shooter has been apprehended, and I have recommended that we \u2018LET THE SHOW GO ON,\u2019 but will entirely be guided by Law Enforcement,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n Trump said a final decision on whether the event will fully resume is expected shortly.<\/p>\n Breaking News2 hours agoTrump expected to return to White House Correspondents’ Dinner after shooting suspect neutralized<\/p>\n President Donald Trump never left the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner venue and remained nearby following the security scare that briefly disrupted the event, Fox News can confirm.<\/p>\n Trump was moved to a secure holding area as a precaution and \u201cwants the show to go on,\u201d according to Fox News senior White House correspondent Jacqui Heinrich.<\/p>\n Sources familiar with the situation told Fox News an individual attempted to get through security screening with a gun but was stopped by Secret Service before entering the ballroom. The suspect has since been taken offsite.<\/p>\n Attendees from the head table were moved down the hall as agents worked to determine whether there were any additional threats. Officials have since indicated there are no ongoing threats, and the building is not being evacuated.<\/p>\n Staff are now working to reset the head table as the dinner prepares to resume.<\/p>\n Breaking News3 hours agoHead table evacuated as Trump, First Lady escorted out of White House Correspondent’s Dinner<\/p>\n Chaos erupted at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner when gunshots were heard and President Donald Trump<\/a> and first lady Melania Trump<\/a> were rushed out of the Washington Hilton ballroom Saturday night.<\/p>\n Video from inside the event showed attendees diving under tables and taking cover as panic spread through the room.<\/p>\n Fox News\u2019 John Roberts reported from the ballroom that shots were fired and that he had heard the suspected shooter was engaged by Secret Service.<\/p>\n Fox News anchor Bret Baier said he also heard shots fired, but noted they did not appear to originate from inside the ballroom.<\/p>\n Sources told Fox News the individual never made it inside the ballroom, was taken into custody and removed from the scene.<\/p>\n President Trump was seen being quickly escorted out of the room by security and White House officials tell Fox News Digital both he, the First Lady and Karoline Leavitt<\/a> are safe at this time.<\/p>\n It remains unclear what prompted the incident.<\/p>\n This is a developing story; check back later for updates.<\/p>\n Breaking News3 hours agoPresident Trump, First Lady arrive at White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner<\/p>\n President Donald Trump<\/a> and First Lady Melania Trump were announced at the Washington Hilton on Saturday night, making a long-anticipated entrance at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner.<\/p>\n Vice President JD Vance is also in attendance and was announced before the Trumps made their entrance.<\/p>\n The night\u2019s program is getting underway as guests settle in for speeches, roasts and what\u2019s expected to be a closely watched appearance.<\/p>\n 3 hours agoSecretary of State Marco Rubio arrives at White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner with wife Jeanette<\/p>\n Secretary of State Marco Rubio<\/a> arrived at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner on Saturday night alongside his wife, Jeanette Christina Dousdebes Rubio, as red carpet arrivals continued at the Washington Hilton<\/a>.<\/p>\n Rubio, dressed in a black tuxedo, appeared composed as he entered the venue, while his wife drew attention in an elegant strapless gown.<\/p>\n The appearance comes as Rubio remains at the center of ongoing foreign policy tensions, including developments related to Iran, as top administration officials gather for the annual event.<\/p>\n 3 hours agoBret Baier, wife Amy arrive at White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner<\/p>\n Fox News chief political anchor Bret Baier<\/a> arrived at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner on Saturday night alongside his wife, Amy Baier, as red carpet arrivals wrapped up at the Washington Hilton<\/a>.<\/p>\n Baier, host of “Special Report,” wore a classic black tuxedo, while Amy stood out in a strapless metallic floral gown paired with a statement necklace.<\/p>\n Breaking News4 hours agoTrump departs White House for Correspondents\u2019 Dinner<\/p>\n President Donald Trump<\/a> departed the White House Saturday evening en route to the Washington Hilton<\/a> for the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner, where he is set to attend for the first time as commander in chief.<\/p>\n Trump\u2019s appearance marks a notable shift after skipping the event during his first term, with the president expected to join journalists, lawmakers and celebrities for the annual gathering.<\/p>\n The dinner, a longstanding Washington tradition, is known for its mix of speeches, glamour and comedic roasts.<\/p>\n 4 hours agoTaylor Lorenz spotted wearing mask years after pandemic at White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner<\/p>\n “Independent” journalist Taylor Lorenz was seen arriving at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner<\/a> on Saturday night wearing a black face mask, drawing attention on the red carpet years after pandemic-era restrictions were lifted.<\/p>\n Lorenz, a controversial media figure, has previously faced criticism after a 2024 post<\/a> referred to former President Joe Biden as a \u201cwar criminal.\u201d<\/p>\n She joined other journalists, lawmakers and high-profile guests at the Washington Hilton for the annual event, where President Donald Trump<\/a> is expected to attend later in the evening.<\/p>\n 4 hours agoKaroline Leavitt attends White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner ahead of maternity leave<\/p>\n White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt<\/a> arrived at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner on Saturday night, appearing on the red carpet just a day after wrapping her final workday before maternity leave.<\/p>\n Leavitt, who is expecting her second child, a baby girl, wore a long-sleeved, sheer black shimmering gown as she joined administration officials, journalists and other guests at the Washington Hilton<\/a>.<\/p>\n Leavitt, the youngest press secretary in American history, is also already a mother to son Nicholas or “Niko,” born in July of 2024.<\/p>\n Breaking News5 hours agoProtesters rally outside White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner over Iran war<\/p>\n Dozens of protesters gathered outside the Washington Hilton<\/a> on Saturday night as the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner got underway, with demonstrators holding signs reading \u201cNo war on Iran.\u201d<\/p>\n Roughly 75 protesters were seen outside the venue, voicing opposition to the war in Iran as journalists, lawmakers and high-profile guests arrived for the annual event.<\/p>\n The demonstration unfolded just steps away from the red carpet, adding a note of political tension to the evening as President Donald Trump<\/a> is set to attend the dinner for the first time as commander in chief.<\/p>\n The United States launched Operation Epic Fury<\/a> against the Iranian regime on Feb. 28.<\/p>\n 5 hours agoCorke shares White House Correspondents’ Dinner \u2018bingo card\u2019 predictions on ‘The Big Weekend Show’<\/p>\n Fox News correspondent Kevin Corke<\/a> previewed the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner with a tongue-in-cheek \u201cbingo card\u201d on The Big Weekend Show, sharing moments he expects could play out during the night.<\/p>\n The card included potential references to \u201cfake news,\u201d jabs at the media, a possible teleprompter glitch and even a \u201cHilton chicken roast,” a nod to the dinner\u2019s long-running traditions.<\/p>\n The other panelists also shared their picks for the night during the segment.<\/p>\n This will be the first time President Donald Trump<\/a> has attended the storied annual event as commander in chief.<\/p>\n 5 hours agoTrump Education Secretary Linda McMahon arrives at correspondents\u2019 dinner in leopard print gown<\/p>\n U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon<\/a> arrived at the White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner on Saturday night wearing a leopard print gown as guests continued to make their way down the red carpet at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C.<\/a><\/p>\n McMahon was among a number of administration officials and media figures attending the annual event, which brings together journalists, lawmakers and high-profile guests for an evening of speeches and roasts.<\/p>\n 5 hours agoFLASHBACK: Obama tried to make Trump a punchline at 2011 dinner before rise stunned Washington<\/p>\n President Donald Trump<\/a> will attend the\u00a0White House Correspondents’ Dinner Saturday, marking his first appearance at the annual event as commander in chief after skipping it throughout his first term.<\/p>\n The decision puts Trump back at a Washington ritual<\/a> long tied to his fraught relationship with the press and political establishment.\u00a0<\/p>\n His return also revives memories of the 2011 dinner, when President Barack Obama<\/a> and comedian Seth Meyers mocked Trump from the dais in a moment that later became a widely discussed part of Trump\u2019s political story.<\/p>\n “Donald Trump is here tonight,” Obama said at the 2011 dinner. “Now, I know he’s taken some flak lately, but no one is happier, no one is prouder to put this birth certificate matter to rest than The Donald.<\/p>\n “And that’s because he can finally get back to focusing on the issues that matter \u2014 like, did we fake the moon landing? What really happened in Roswell? And where are Biggie and Tupac?” he continued. <\/p>\n Trump had publicly called for the release of Obama\u2019s birth certificate, which the State of Hawaii did release that year.\u00a0<\/p>\n The exchange underscored longstanding tensions between Trump and the Washington establishment that predated his entry into\u00a0politics.\u00a0Speculation mounted that the jabs helped fuel Trump\u2019s eventual decision to launch a presidential run, culminating in a\u00a0stunning upset victory in 2016.<\/p>\n Trump denied that Obama\u2019s 2011 jokes prompted his candidacy, telling The Washington Post in 2016 that “there are many reasons I\u2019m running, but that\u2019s not one of them.”<\/p>\n “Donald Trump has been saying that he will run for president as a Republican, which is surprising since I just assumed he’d be running as a joke,” comedian\u00a0Seth Meyers\u00a0added when he took the podium that night.<\/p>\n Trump told Fox News’ “The Five” earlier this year he was treated “rudely and crudely” during the dinner, which he said influenced his decision not to attend while he was first in office.<\/p>\n “The press was so nasty<\/a>, I just \u2013 so I didn\u2019t do it,” said Trump.<\/p>\n He once again denied it was the 2011 dinner that sparked his interest in running for office.<\/p>\n “There is this theory: I was there while Barack Hussein Obama was speaking, and he was hitting me a little bit. Actually, it was very nice, and I was actually \u2013 I loved it. I really loved it,” said Trump.<\/p>\n This is an excerpt of an article by Fox News Digital’s Ashley DiMella.<\/p>\n 5 hours agoJacqui Heinrich arrives at White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner with fianc\u00e9 Brian Fitzpatrick<\/p>\n Fox News senior White House correspondent Jacqui Heinrich<\/a> arrived on the red carpet Saturday night alongside her fianc\u00e9, Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., as guests began filing into the 2026 White House Correspondents\u2019 Dinner in Washington, D.C.<\/p>\n Heinrich was among the early arrivals at the Washington Hilton, where journalists, lawmakers and celebrities gathered for the annual event.<\/p>\n President Donald Trump<\/a> is expected to attend the dinner later in the evening, marking his first appearance at the event as commander in chief after skipping it during his first term.<\/p>\n Heinrich and Fitzpatrick were engaged last summer after the Pennsylvania congressman proposed in Provence, France.<\/p>\n 5 hours agoTrump to headline 2026 White House Correspondents’ Dinner for the first time as president<\/p>\n