Trump Leverages WHCD Shooting to Advocate for White House Ballroom
In the aftermath of a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, President Trump addresses the media, linking the event to his call for a new ballroom.
On April 25, 2026, a shooting incident occurred during the White House Correspondents' Dinner, prompting President Donald Trump to hold a press conference.
Flanked by key security officials, including FBI Director Kash Patel and Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin, Trump discussed the implications of the event on security.
During his remarks, Trump emphasized the significance of the White House as a venue and reiterated his call for a new ballroom, suggesting that the incident highlights the need for enhanced security measures.
Updates
Update at 20:30 UTC on 2026-04-26
Financial Times reported President calls for legal action against $400mn project to be dropped after security breach at media dinner.
Sources: Financial Times