“Wasn’t worried…”, Donald Trump reveals what went through his head as shooting unfolded
Apr 27, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump revealed what went through his mind during the gunfire incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, saying he was “not worried” and initially resisted evacuation as he wanted to assess the situation. In an interview with CBS News, he shared that First Lady Melania Trump quickly realized the sounds were gunshots and appeared visibly shaken. Trump later acknowledged the situation escalated into a serious threat. Security personnel swiftly escorted Trump, Melania, and other officials to safety, while the suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, was subdued by Secret Service agents. The event is expected to be rescheduled within 30 days.
