White House Shooting Forces Trump Evacuation, UK Security Reviewed

0:00On April 26, shots rang out at the White House correspondence dinner in Washington on Saturday night, forcing President Donald Trump and First Lady. Melania Trump to evacuate the stage, a man rushed past the checkpoint, leading to gunfire that hit a secret service agent at close range, though his bulletproof vest saved him. No other injuries were reported, and this all comes just days before King Charles III's state visit to the U.S. kicks off on Monday. The suspect is a 31-year-old from Torrance near Los Angeles in California, now in custody, according to police. Video showed Vice President JD Vance and Trump being hustled away by armed officers, turning a high-profile press event into chaos real quick. UK officials are reacting fast. Chief Secretary Darren Jones told the BBC that security for the King's trip will match the risks, with close teamwork already underway between Buckingham Palace, the government, and U.S. authorities.

1:00Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp called for an urgent overnight review of protections, but stressed no way should violence derail diplomacy by, cancelling. More talks are happening today to lock in details ahead of next week. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed shock on social media, relieved everyone was safe and slamming any assault on Democratic spots or press. Freedom. This four-day visit, hosted by Trump, marks the first full UK state trip to America since Queen Elizabeth II's back in 2007, so expect tight measures to keep the focus on strengthening those key ties across the pond.