President Trump, Melania Trump and Others Evacuated From White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Home Biz News Apr 25, 2026 5:51pm PT President Trump, Melania Trump and Others Evacuated From White House Correspondents’ Dinner CNN, CNBC report gunshots multiple gunshots heard at event held at Washington Hilton By Brian Steinberg, Cynthia Littleton Getty Images The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner was halted Saturday night as President Trump and first lady Melania Trump were evacuated by the Secret Service while the annual gala dinner unfolded at the Washington Hilton. CNN, CNBC and other outlets reported that gunshots were heard, prompting the decision to extract Trump and other administration officials who were attending the event. Related Stories 'Dutton Ranch' Showrunner Chad Feehan Out Three Weeks Before Series Premiere