Trump: Secret Service Intercepted Shooter After Agent Was Hit

President Donald Trump provided an account of an incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where a shooter was intercepted by the Secret Service. Speaking at a press conference shortly after being evacuated from the Hilton hotel in Washington, Trump detailed how the Secret Service "very quickly" apprehended the individual. He emphasized that an agent was shot at close range but was protected by a high-quality bulletproof vest, and that the agent is recovering well.

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the man "was intercepted by some very brave members of the Secret Service, who acted very quickly."

Trump assured the public that the shooter was "very far" from approaching him and that the ballroom was secured. He described the individual as "crazy" but acknowledged the potential danger. The President praised the Secret Service for their swift and professional response, contrasting it with previous incidents. The FBI is also involved in the investigation, with Director Kash Patel confirming the shooter was armed with a long gun.

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An agent was shot, but he was saved thanks to the fact that he was wearing an excellent quality bulletproof vest. He was shot at point-blank range with a very powerful weapon, and the vest did its job. I just spoke with the agent and he is doing very well.

This event, occurring during a traditional gathering of journalists and public figures, highlights the ongoing security concerns surrounding public events and high-profile individuals. The President's direct communication about the incident aims to reassure the public and underscore the effectiveness of his security detail.

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He was very far, he was in no way close to breaching the doors of the ballroom. The ballroom was sealed.