On April 25, 2026, a shooting incident occurred in the lobby of the hotel where the White House Correspondents' Association dinner was taking place in Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and numerous high-ranking officials were in attendance when the gunman fired multiple shots. Secret Service agents quickly evacuated the Trumps and other officials after loud noises prompted panic among the 2,600 attendees. Video footage showed guests and media members taking cover under tables as waitstaff fled the dining area. Reports regarding the fate of the shooter remain unclear, with some sources stating he was killed while others suggest he was subdued and taken into custody. Melania Trump was observed reacting with concern during the unfolding chaos, as captured by a live feed from CSPAN.