Man Charged With Attempting to Kill Trump After White House Correspondents' Dinner

Why it matters locally: The incident occurred at an event in Washington, D.C., and involved federal law enforcement response by Secret Service agents at a venue within the District. Local agencies including the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) may have coordinated with federal authorities on scene security protocols.

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A man is facing charges for allegedly planning to attack former President Donald Trump after the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, according to court documents. The Justice Department stated the suspect took a photograph of himself holding a knife in his hotel room before traveling to the event. Secret Service agents apprehended the suspect near the dinner venue. A Secret Service officer fired a weapon during the arrest, according to the Washington Post. The suspect allegedly tracked Trump prior to the incident. WBAL-TV reported the suspect took a selfie indicating his intentions before the planned attack. Fox News reported that Melania Trump's advisor revealed the former First Lady’s reaction as the Secret Service rushed her from the event. CNN indicated new court filings detail a timeline of the suspect’s actions, including the amassing of an extensive arsenal.