The suspect in custody for the shooting at last night's White House Correspondent's dinner in Washington, D.C. apparently targeted President Trump and some of the other officials at the dinner, according to preliminary information from acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
The suspect was carrying knives, a shotgun and handgun and believed to be staying at the hotel.
For a closer look, KCBS News Anchor Scott Cohn spoke with Christopher Swift, national security lawyer at Foley and Lardner in Washington, D.C. and an expert on national security issues.
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Apr 26, 2026



