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Gunman apprehended after incident at White House Correspondents' Dinner
A gunman opened fire near attendees at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, prompting an evacuation. Wolf Blitzer described the experience as frightening. (sources: semafor, usatoday, cnn)
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A gunman was apprehended after opening fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, leading to the evacuation of attendees, including Trump. Wolf Blitzer reported witnessing the incident from a short distance.
- A gunman opened fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
- Trump was evacuated from the event following the incident.
- Wolf Blitzer described the situation as frightening, having seen the gunman from a few feet away.
Why it matters
The incident highlights security concerns at high-profile events attended by public figures.
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