Who Is the Man Who Kept Eating During the Shooting at the Gala Trump Headed?
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- A guest at a White House Correspondents' Dinner remained seated and eating his salad during a shooting incident.
- The man, identified as Michael Glantz, became a viral sensation for his calm demeanor amidst the panic.
- Glantz explained his actions were due to back problems and hygiene concerns, stating he was accustomed to city sirens.
La Naciรณn reports on a moment of surreal calm amidst chaos that captured global attention. During a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, which targeted President Donald Trump, one guest, Michael Glantz, notably continued eating his salad. While others sought cover or fled, Glantz remained seated, observing the scene with a composure that quickly went viral. His actions sparked amusement and debate online, prompting Glantz to explain his unusual reaction. He cited a combination of physical limitations โ back problems preventing him from easily hitting the floor โ and a strong aversion to the "dirty" hotel carpet as reasons for staying put. Glantz, a prominent figure in the Creative Artists Agency, also mentioned his familiarity with the constant sirens and activity of New York City as contributing to his lack of alarm. This incident, while highlighting a security breach, also offers a peculiar glimpse into individual responses to crisis, showcasing a distinctly American blend of celebrity, security concerns, and perhaps, a touch of eccentric pragmatism.
Vivimos con sirenas y actividad todo el tiempo. No me asustรฉ. Habรญa cientos de agentes del Servicio Secreto lanzรกndose sobre mesas y sillas, y yo querรญa mirar.
Originally published by La Naciรณn in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.