Family Tips Off Police, Prevents White House Dinner Attack

0:00It's April 26th. From your city to your ears, this is Hartford News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. Family members of the 31-year-old suspect, Cole Thomas Allen from Torrance, California, tipped off police in New London, Connecticut before he tried rushing the White House Correspondents' Association dinner ballroom. President Trump revealed this on Sunday, noting the family shared key concerns ahead of the Saturday night event at the Washington Hilton. The brother reportedly called police about a manifesto Allen sent outlining plans to target administration officials. Local cops quickly looped in federal partners and both interviewed the family right away. The incident sparked chaos as Allen charged in. Got tackled hard, shots rang out, Trump was rushed off stage, and guests hit the floor under tables. It's security held, but it shook everyone there. Allen had traveled by train from California and checked into a nearby hotel days earlier. Officials expect Justice Department charges

1:02against them on Monday, with acting leader Todd Blanche overseeing. New London police closed their probe and handed it to the Secret Service, stressing teamwork for public safety. This close call highlights how tips can stop threats before they escalate.