Trump evacuated as shooter opens fire at Washington gala event

Summary

US Secret Service evacuated Donald Trump during a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner held at the Washington Hilton, where a gunman was neutralized by security.

Key Points
  • Donald Trump was evacuated by US Secret Service after a gunman opened fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington.
  • The gunman charged through security screening and was taken down by Secret Service agents at the Washington Hilton.
  • One officer was reportedly shot at close range but was not seriously injured.
  • The gala, attended by Trump and government officials, was postponed following the shooting incident.
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