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Armed Man Arrested Near Trump Golf Club Ahead of President's Dinner

From Berlingske · () Danish

Translated from Danish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A man armed with a concealed weapon was arrested near Trump National Golf Club in Southern California.
  • The arrest occurred shortly before President Donald Trump was scheduled to attend a charity dinner at the venue.
  • Authorities are investigating whether the suspect posed a threat to the president, though initial signs do not indicate a planned attack.

A man carrying a concealed firearm was apprehended Sunday near the Trump National Golf Club in Southern California. The incident occurred as President Donald Trump was preparing to attend a charity dinner at the golf club, scheduled for Wednesday night, Danish time.

According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the 38-year-old suspect was observed taking photographs and videos in the vicinity, appearing to monitor security planning activities. He has been charged with carrying a concealed firearm and possessing illegal ammunition.

President Trump was aboard Air Force One when authorities released details of the arrest. A federal law enforcement source informed CNN that the Secret Service is investigating the potential threat the individual posed to the president. At this time, there is no indication that the suspect was planning an attack on the president, but the investigation remains ongoing.

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Originally published by Berlingske in Danish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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