Alexandar Sullivan:
Law enforcement officials have identified Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old California man, as the suspect arrested after shots were fired inside the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night, where President Donald Trump was among those attending.
Authorities said Allen, from Torrance, California, was armed with a shotgun, handgun, and multiple knives when he was detained by security officials. Investigators are examining whether he intended to target officials in the Trump administration, with preliminary findings suggesting a possible political motive.
Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said the motive remains under investigation but noted that early evidence points toward administration officials as likely targets, possibly including Trump. Police said Allen appeared to be a lone actor and was taken to a hospital for evaluation after the incident.
Officials said Allen now faces charges including using a firearm during a crime of violence and assault on a federal officer with a dangerous weapon. He is expected to be formally charged in federal court on Monday.
The incident has renewed scrutiny of security around high-profile political gatherings in Washington, D.C.
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