Suspect Identified in Armed Attack at Press Dinner
Authorities have arrested a man in connection with an armed attack at the White House correspondents’ dinner. The suspect has been identified as a 31-year-old from California. (sources: nytimes, france24, politico, bbc)
The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, is being held by authorities following an armed attack at a gala attended by administration officials. Family members had previously flagged him to law enforcement.
- Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old from California, has been arrested in connection with the attack.
- The suspect has a background as a tutor and graduated from the California Institute of Technology.
- President Trump described the suspect as a 'pretty sick guy' and noted that family members had alerted law enforcement about him.
Why it matters
The incident raises concerns about security at high-profile events and the potential for targeted violence.
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This story is about Grievance Propelled Gala Attack Suspect Across Country, Authorities Say. This bill would create a statutory DHS program/process for officials to request risk-based event assessments/ratings and related security &.
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- Create a statutory DHS program/process for officials to request risk-based event assessments/ratings and related • Require ongoing reporting to Congress on how the program is used and how ratings/assistance decisions are made.
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This story is about Grievance Propelled Gala Attack Suspect Across Country, Authorities Say. This bill would reauthorize and expand NTAC functions to help prevent targeted violence.
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- Reauthorize and expand NTAC functions (training, consultation, research • Extend/authorize funding (as described in the bill text) to support NTAC activities.
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