Top Stories • April 27, 2026

The suspect accused of charging toward President Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner is set to appear in federal court today. Authorities identify him as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen of California, who faces charges including attempted assassination of a federal official, assault on protected personnel, and firearms violations. President Trump was rushed from the event unharmed as investigators examine a major security breach. At the White House, President Trump is preparing to host King Charles while tensions with Iran escalate following the collapse of planned negotiations. Overseas, Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least 14 people despite a ceasefire, with cross-border attacks continuing.

Daniel Compatangelo reports.