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Federal prosecutors charged Cole Allen, 31, with attempting to assassinate President Trump after he breached security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday evening.Allen appeared in federal court Monday wearing a blue prison uniform, just over 24 hours after the thwarted attack at the Washington Hilton. He answered the judge's questions but remained otherwise silent.The suspect faces three federal charges: attempting to assassinate the president, transporting firearms across state lines for use in a felony, and discharging a firearm during a violent crime. Allen will remain in custody.The attack unfolded around 8 p.m. Saturday as the annual dinner began. Allen charged through a security checkpoint inside the Washington Hilton near the ballroom hosting the event, attended by Trump, administration officials, lawmakers and journalists.Secret Service agents shot Allen after he breached the perimeter. One agent was struck in his protective vest but suffered no serious injuries. Authorities recovered two firearms and multiple knives from the scene.Video footage shows Secret Service agents surrounding Trump and Vice President Vance, rushing them from the ballroom as shots echoed through the venue. Journalists and attendees dove under tables as federal officers swarmed the room.Trump posted social media video appearing to show a man sprinting through the security checkpoint, with agents drawing weapons. Attendees in the ballroom heard muffled gunshots during the chaos.&quot;Tonight we saw exactly what our brave men and women do each and every day to protect our protectees,&quot; Secret Service Director Sean Curran said Saturday. &quot;When he charged a checkpoint, he was apprehended. It shows that our multi-layered protection works.&quot;At a White House press conference after the shooting, Trump acknowledged the inherent dangers of the presidency. &quot;I like not to think about it. I lead a pretty normal life, considering, you know, it's a dangerous life. I think I handle it as well as it can be handled,&quot; he said.Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told NBC's Meet the Press Sunday that Allen specifically targeted administration officials. Authorities believe he acted alone.The White House Correspondents' Dinner, traditionally a lighthearted evening mixing politics and media, became the scene of the most serious security breach involving a sitting president in years. The event typically draws hundreds of attendees to the Washington Hilton's ballroom.Allen's case now moves through the federal court system, where assassination attempts against sitting presidents carry severe penalties including potential life sentences.

Federal prosecutors charged Cole Allen, 31, with attempting to assassinate President Trump after he breached security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday evening.

Allen appeared in federal court Monday wearing a blue prison uniform, just over 24 hours after the thwarted attack at the Washington Hilton. He answered the judge's questions but remained otherwise silent.

The suspect faces three federal charges: attempting to assassinate the president, transporting firearms across state lines for use in a felony, and discharging a firearm during a violent crime. Allen will remain in custody.

The attack unfolded around 8 p.m. Saturday as the annual dinner began. Allen charged through a security checkpoint inside the Washington Hilton near the ballroom hosting the event, attended by Trump, administration officials, lawmakers and journalists.

Secret Service agents shot Allen after he breached the perimeter. One agent was struck in his protective vest but suffered no serious injuries. Authorities recovered two firearms and multiple knives from the scene.

Video footage shows Secret Service agents surrounding Trump and Vice President Vance, rushing them from the ballroom as shots echoed through the venue. Journalists and attendees dove under tables as federal officers swarmed the room.

Trump posted social media video appearing to show a man sprinting through the security checkpoint, with agents drawing weapons. Attendees in the ballroom heard muffled gunshots during the chaos.

"Tonight we saw exactly what our brave men and women do each and every day to protect our protectees," Secret Service Director Sean Curran said Saturday. "When he charged a checkpoint, he was apprehended. It shows that our multi-layered protection works."

At a White House press conference after the shooting, Trump acknowledged the inherent dangers of the presidency. "I like not to think about it. I lead a pretty normal life, considering, you know, it's a dangerous life. I think I handle it as well as it can be handled," he said.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told NBC's Meet the Press Sunday that Allen specifically targeted administration officials. Authorities believe he acted alone.

The White House Correspondents' Dinner, traditionally a lighthearted evening mixing politics and media, became the scene of the most serious security breach involving a sitting president in years. The event typically draws hundreds of attendees to the Washington Hilton's ballroom.

Allen's case now moves through the federal court system, where assassination attempts against sitting presidents carry severe penalties including potential life sentences.

Cole Allen, 31, charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump after breaching security at White House Correspondents' Dinner at Washington Hilton.

White House Correspondents' Dinner Gunman Charged with Trump Assassination Attempt

Israeli forces fired 299 times into Lebanon on Monday, marking one of the highest volumes of cross-border fire since the April 17 ceasefire took effect, UN officials reported Tuesday.UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric told reporters that peacekeepers documented the incidents originating from south of the Blue Line, the UN-designated border between Lebanon and Israel. &quot;Yesterday, our peacekeepers reported 299 firing incidents originating from south of the Blue Line,&quot; Dujarric said during his news conference. &quot;This represents one of the highest volumes since the cessation of hostilities.&quot;The barrage came as <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/lebanon-ceasefire-collapses-as-thousands-flee-new-israeli-strikes">Lebanon's ceasefire continues to crumble</a> under repeated Israeli violations. UN peacekeepers detected no rockets traveling north to south but observed Israeli forces intercepting one projectile. They also reported direct clashes between Israeli troops and Hezbollah fighters.Israeli military officials confirmed Monday that a Hezbollah drone exploded near their forces in southern Lebanon while another was intercepted. No Israeli casualties were reported from either incident.The escalation puts American taxpayers on the hook for more Middle East intervention. UN peacekeeping forces, which receive substantial US funding, continue facing &quot;obstructions by Israeli forces,&quot; according to Dujarric. &quot;These conditions underscore the risks faced daily by our peacekeepers,&quot; he said.The humanitarian crisis deepens as Israeli operations disrupt civilian life across southern Lebanon. &quot;Continued demolitions, shelling and airstrikes continue to disrupt daily life for civilians, particularly in southern Lebanon,&quot; Dujarric reported. More than 115,000 displaced Lebanese remain in collective shelters with growing &quot;uncertainty&quot; about returning home.The violence has killed over 2,500 people and displaced 1.6 million across Lebanon since March 2, according to Lebanese government figures. The 10-day ceasefire declared April 17 has been repeatedly violated by Israeli forces, raising questions about Washington's ability to broker lasting peace deals in the region.The escalating border conflict threatens to drag American forces deeper into Middle East conflicts at a time when US military resources are already stretched thin. Watch for congressional hearings on peacekeeping funding and potential calls for stronger enforcement of ceasefire agreements.

Israeli forces fired 299 times into Lebanon on Monday, marking one of the highest volumes of cross-border fire since the April 17 ceasefire took effect, UN officials reported Tuesday.

UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric told reporters that peacekeepers documented the incidents originating from south of the Blue Line, the UN-designated border between Lebanon and Israel. "Yesterday, our peacekeepers reported 299 firing incidents originating from south of the Blue Line," Dujarric said during his news conference. "This represents one of the highest volumes since the cessation of hostilities."

The barrage came as Lebanon's ceasefire continues to crumble under repeated Israeli violations. UN peacekeepers detected no rockets traveling north to south but observed Israeli forces intercepting one projectile. They also reported direct clashes between Israeli troops and Hezbollah fighters.

Israeli military officials confirmed Monday that a Hezbollah drone exploded near their forces in southern Lebanon while another was intercepted. No Israeli casualties were reported from either incident.

The escalation puts American taxpayers on the hook for more Middle East intervention. UN peacekeeping forces, which receive substantial US funding, continue facing "obstructions by Israeli forces," according to Dujarric. "These conditions underscore the risks faced daily by our peacekeepers," he said.

The humanitarian crisis deepens as Israeli operations disrupt civilian life across southern Lebanon. "Continued demolitions, shelling and airstrikes continue to disrupt daily life for civilians, particularly in southern Lebanon," Dujarric reported. More than 115,000 displaced Lebanese remain in collective shelters with growing "uncertainty" about returning home.

The violence has killed over 2,500 people and displaced 1.6 million across Lebanon since March 2, according to Lebanese government figures. The 10-day ceasefire declared April 17 has been repeatedly violated by Israeli forces, raising questions about Washington's ability to broker lasting peace deals in the region.

The escalating border conflict threatens to drag American forces deeper into Middle East conflicts at a time when US military resources are already stretched thin. Watch for congressional hearings on peacekeeping funding and potential calls for stronger enforcement of ceasefire agreements.

UN reports 299 Israeli firing incidents south of Blue Line in Lebanon Monday, marking highest volume since April 17 ceasefire. Over 115,000 displaced remain in 

Israeli Forces Fire 299 Times Into Lebanon — Highest Since Ceasefire

UN reports 299 Israeli firing incidents south of Blue Line in Lebanon Monday, marking highest volume since April 17 ceasefire. Over 115,000 displaced remain in shelters.

The Washington Hilton hotel defended its security procedures Monday, saying it followed &quot;stringent&quot; Secret Service protocols during Saturday's White House Correspondents Association dinner when an armed man charged a security checkpoint and exchanged gunfire with law enforcement officers.The hotel issued a statement three days after <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/california-man-cole-tomas-allen-identified-as-correspondents-dinner-shooter">Cole Tomas Allen stormed the venue</a> in what authorities are calling the third assassination attempt against President Trump. The attack sent hundreds of journalists, politicians, and celebrities scrambling for cover as shots rang out in the hotel's corridors.&quot;The hotel was operating under stringent Secret Service protocols,&quot; the Hilton said in its Monday statement, without providing additional details about the specific security measures in place. The hotel has hosted the annual correspondents' dinner for decades, making it one of Washington's most high-profile security events.The gunman's breach of the security perimeter raises fresh questions about protection protocols for Trump, who has now survived three assassination attempts since announcing his 2024 presidential campaign. Allen, a California engineer, had <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/gala-shooters-note-reveals-trump-administration-officials-as-targets">written a manifesto targeting Trump administration officials</a> before the attack.Secret Service agents and hotel security personnel engaged Allen in a firefight that lasted several minutes before subduing him. No attendees were killed, though several law enforcement officers sustained injuries during the confrontation. Trump was evacuated from the venue within minutes of the shooting's start.The Hilton's defense comes as Congress prepares hearings into the security failures that allowed Allen to penetrate multiple checkpoints. Republican lawmakers have already announced plans to investigate whether the Secret Service's protocols matched the threat level posed by a dinner attended by the president and hundreds of high-profile targets.Hotel industry experts say venues hosting presidential events typically undergo weeks of advance security planning, including structural modifications, background checks for all staff, and coordination between multiple law enforcement agencies. The Hilton would have been required to surrender operational control to the Secret Service days before the event.Allen had researched the hotel's layout and security procedures for months before the attack, according to FBI investigators. His detailed planning suggests potential gaps in the screening process for areas surrounding the secure perimeter.The shooting has already triggered calls for enhanced security at future White House Correspondents' dinners, with some suggesting the event should be moved to a more secure government facility. The dinner has been held at the Washington Hilton since 1987, chosen partly for its large ballroom capacity and central location.Congressional Republicans are demanding a full security review before any future events involving Trump at the hotel. The Secret Service has not yet responded to questions about whether protocols will change for upcoming presidential appearances at the venue.

The Washington Hilton hotel defended its security procedures Monday, saying it followed "stringent" Secret Service protocols during Saturday's White House Correspondents Association dinner when an armed man charged a security checkpoint and exchanged gunfire with law enforcement officers.

The hotel issued a statement three days after Cole Tomas Allen stormed the venue in what authorities are calling the third assassination attempt against President Trump. The attack sent hundreds of journalists, politicians, and celebrities scrambling for cover as shots rang out in the hotel's corridors.

"The hotel was operating under stringent Secret Service protocols," the Hilton said in its Monday statement, without providing additional details about the specific security measures in place. The hotel has hosted the annual correspondents' dinner for decades, making it one of Washington's most high-profile security events.

The gunman's breach of the security perimeter raises fresh questions about protection protocols for Trump, who has now survived three assassination attempts since announcing his 2024 presidential campaign. Allen, a California engineer, had written a manifesto targeting Trump administration officials before the attack.

Secret Service agents and hotel security personnel engaged Allen in a firefight that lasted several minutes before subduing him. No attendees were killed, though several law enforcement officers sustained injuries during the confrontation. Trump was evacuated from the venue within minutes of the shooting's start.

The Hilton's defense comes as Congress prepares hearings into the security failures that allowed Allen to penetrate multiple checkpoints. Republican lawmakers have already announced plans to investigate whether the Secret Service's protocols matched the threat level posed by a dinner attended by the president and hundreds of high-profile targets.

Hotel industry experts say venues hosting presidential events typically undergo weeks of advance security planning, including structural modifications, background checks for all staff, and coordination between multiple law enforcement agencies. The Hilton would have been required to surrender operational control to the Secret Service days before the event.

Allen had researched the hotel's layout and security procedures for months before the attack, according to FBI investigators. His detailed planning suggests potential gaps in the screening process for areas surrounding the secure perimeter.

The shooting has already triggered calls for enhanced security at future White House Correspondents' dinners, with some suggesting the event should be moved to a more secure government facility. The dinner has been held at the Washington Hilton since 1987, chosen partly for its large ballroom capacity and central location.

Congressional Republicans are demanding a full security review before any future events involving Trump at the hotel. The Secret Service has not yet responded to questions about whether protocols will change for upcoming presidential appearances at the venue.

The Washington Hilton hotel says it followed stringent Secret Service protocols during Saturday's White House Correspondents' dinner when gunman attacked.

Washington Hilton Defends Secret Service Protocols After Trump Attack

Federal prosecutors charged a California man with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump during a shooting attack at a Washington gala dinner over the weekend.The suspect opened fire during the high-profile event, marking the <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/trump-survives-third-assassination-attempt-at-washington-hilton">third assassination attempt</a> against Trump. Secret Service agents successfully evacuated the president from the venue as gunfire erupted.The charging decision comes after the FBI Director announced that a <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/fbi-director-criminal-complaint-in-trump-dinner-shooting-ready-monday">criminal complaint would be ready Monday</a>. Federal prosecutors are pursuing the most serious charges available under federal law for attempting to kill a sitting president.The attack has reignited debates over presidential security protocols and venue screening procedures. Secret Service officials face mounting pressure to explain how an armed individual gained access to such a high-security event with the president in attendance.Previous reporting revealed the gunman had <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/gala-shooters-note-reveals-trump-administration-officials-as-targets">targeted multiple Trump administration officials</a> beyond just the president himself. Investigators found evidence suggesting a broader conspiracy to harm key government figures.The California suspect now faces potential life imprisonment or the death penalty if convicted on federal assassination charges. The Justice Department typically pursues the harshest available sentences for attacks on presidents and other high-ranking officials.Congressional Republicans have used the incident to push for enhanced security funding and expanded Secret Service resources. The attack has also renewed calls for stricter screening procedures at events where the president appears.Legal experts expect federal prosecutors to present additional evidence of premeditation and planning that could strengthen their case. The government must prove the suspect specifically intended to kill the president, not merely cause general harm or disruption.The charging announcement marks a swift response from federal law enforcement, demonstrating the priority given to crimes against the presidency. Prosecutors typically move quickly in such high-profile cases to ensure public confidence in government security.The case will likely proceed through federal court in Washington, where similar assassination attempt cases have been prosecuted. Defense attorneys may argue mental health issues or other mitigating factors, though such defenses rarely succeed in presidential attack cases.This is a developing story and will be updated.

Federal prosecutors charged a California man with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump during a shooting attack at a Washington gala dinner over the weekend.

The suspect opened fire during the high-profile event, marking the third assassination attempt against Trump. Secret Service agents successfully evacuated the president from the venue as gunfire erupted.

The charging decision comes after the FBI Director announced that a criminal complaint would be ready Monday. Federal prosecutors are pursuing the most serious charges available under federal law for attempting to kill a sitting president.

The attack has reignited debates over presidential security protocols and venue screening procedures. Secret Service officials face mounting pressure to explain how an armed individual gained access to such a high-security event with the president in attendance.

Previous reporting revealed the gunman had targeted multiple Trump administration officials beyond just the president himself. Investigators found evidence suggesting a broader conspiracy to harm key government figures.

The California suspect now faces potential life imprisonment or the death penalty if convicted on federal assassination charges. The Justice Department typically pursues the harshest available sentences for attacks on presidents and other high-ranking officials.

Congressional Republicans have used the incident to push for enhanced security funding and expanded Secret Service resources. The attack has also renewed calls for stricter screening procedures at events where the president appears.

Legal experts expect federal prosecutors to present additional evidence of premeditation and planning that could strengthen their case. The government must prove the suspect specifically intended to kill the president, not merely cause general harm or disruption.

The charging announcement marks a swift response from federal law enforcement, demonstrating the priority given to crimes against the presidency. Prosecutors typically move quickly in such high-profile cases to ensure public confidence in government security.

The case will likely proceed through federal court in Washington, where similar assassination attempt cases have been prosecuted. Defense attorneys may argue mental health issues or other mitigating factors, though such defenses rarely succeed in presidential attack cases.

This is a developing story and will be updated.

A California man faces federal charges for trying to kill President Donald Trump during a Washington gala dinner attack over the weekend.

California Man Charged With Attempted Assassination of Trump

The Supreme Court Monday formally reinstated Texas's redrawn congressional map that could flip up to five Democratic House seats to Republicans as Trump's party fights to maintain control of Congress in November's midterm elections.The court's 6-3 conservative majority formalized an interim December decision reviving the map of House districts in Texas. Governor Greg Abbott signed the Republican-drawn map in August 2025 after the GOP-led state legislature approved it at Trump's urging.The court's three liberal justices dissented from Monday's ruling, as they did in December. The decision reverses a lower court that blocked Texas from using the map after finding it likely violated constitutional protections against racial discrimination.Trump personally pushed Republican lawmakers last year to redraw state congressional maps to boost his party's midterm chances. The Texas map represents one of the most aggressive partisan redistricting efforts, targeting five currently Democratic-held seats across the state's major metropolitan areas.The Supreme Court's decision creates a domino effect nationwide. In February, the court allowed California to implement its own redrawn electoral map designed to give Democrats five additional congressional seats. The Democratic-controlled state legislature approved California's map in direct response to Republican redistricting efforts in Texas.Republicans currently hold narrow majorities in both the House and Senate. Losing control of either chamber to Democrats in the upcoming elections would cripple Trump's legislative agenda and expose his administration to Democratic-led congressional investigations.This redistricting battle breaks from the traditional once-per-decade process that follows the national census. Instead of reflecting population changes, both Republican and Democratic state legislatures have pursued mid-cycle redistricting purely for partisan advantage.The Texas map's reinstatement gives Republicans a significant boost in their efforts to expand their House majority. With five potential seat flips in the nation's second-largest state, the decision could determine which party controls the chamber after November's elections.

The Supreme Court Monday formally reinstated Texas's redrawn congressional map that could flip up to five Democratic House seats to Republicans as Trump's party fights to maintain control of Congress in November's midterm elections.

The court's 6-3 conservative majority formalized an interim December decision reviving the map of House districts in Texas. Governor Greg Abbott signed the Republican-drawn map in August 2025 after the GOP-led state legislature approved it at Trump's urging.

The court's three liberal justices dissented from Monday's ruling, as they did in December. The decision reverses a lower court that blocked Texas from using the map after finding it likely violated constitutional protections against racial discrimination.

Trump personally pushed Republican lawmakers last year to redraw state congressional maps to boost his party's midterm chances. The Texas map represents one of the most aggressive partisan redistricting efforts, targeting five currently Democratic-held seats across the state's major metropolitan areas.

The Supreme Court's decision creates a domino effect nationwide. In February, the court allowed California to implement its own redrawn electoral map designed to give Democrats five additional congressional seats. The Democratic-controlled state legislature approved California's map in direct response to Republican redistricting efforts in Texas.

Republicans currently hold narrow majorities in both the House and Senate. Losing control of either chamber to Democrats in the upcoming elections would cripple Trump's legislative agenda and expose his administration to Democratic-led congressional investigations.

This redistricting battle breaks from the traditional once-per-decade process that follows the national census. Instead of reflecting population changes, both Republican and Democratic state legislatures have pursued mid-cycle redistricting purely for partisan advantage.

The Texas map's reinstatement gives Republicans a significant boost in their efforts to expand their House majority. With five potential seat flips in the nation's second-largest state, the decision could determine which party controls the chamber after November's elections.

The Supreme Court Monday formally reinstated Texas's redrawn congressional map that could flip up to five Democratic House seats to Republicans in November.

Supreme Court Reinstates Texas Map That Could Flip 5 House Seats to GOP

Scammers are sending fake Social Security Administration emails that look official but contain malware designed to steal personal data from American computers. The phishing emails use SSA logos, formal government language, and urgent security warnings to trick recipients into clicking dangerous download links.The fraudulent emails claim to contain a &quot;Security Notice to Active Your Information&quot; tied to a specific case number. They pressure recipients to download an &quot;updated statement&quot; by a firm deadline — in one example, April 14, 2026. A large &quot;Download Now&quot; button sits prominently in the message, designed to get people to click before they think twice.Several red flags expose these emails as fakes. The messages come from random email addresses instead of official .gov domains that real government agencies use. Grammar mistakes appear throughout, including the subject line that says &quot;active&quot; instead of &quot;activate.&quot; The emails also demand immediate action through downloads, something legitimate government notices rarely require.The scam emails copy official SSA branding and include formal language claiming the message &quot;was sent to you by the Social Security Administration and was produced and distributed at the expense of U.S. taxpayers.&quot; This official-sounding text aims to build trust, but it doesn't make the email legitimate.Cybersecurity experts warn that clicking the download button installs malware that can give attackers access to victims' devices and personal information. Once installed, this malicious software can steal Social Security numbers, banking details, passwords, and other sensitive data that criminals sell or use for identity theft.The Social Security Administration has repeatedly warned Americans that it does not send unsolicited emails asking people to download files or provide personal information. Real SSA communications come through official mail or through secure online accounts that recipients establish themselves on the agency's website.These government impersonation scams have become more sophisticated as criminals invest in better graphics, official logos, and professional formatting. The polished appearance makes them harder to spot at first glance, especially for Americans who may be expecting legitimate correspondence about their Social Security benefits or accounts.Americans who receive suspicious emails claiming to be from government agencies should delete them immediately without clicking any links or downloads. Anyone unsure about SSA communications should contact the agency directly through official phone numbers or visit a local Social Security office to verify any account issues.

Scammers are sending fake Social Security Administration emails that look official but contain malware designed to steal personal data from American computers. The phishing emails use SSA logos, formal government language, and urgent security warnings to trick recipients into clicking dangerous download links.

The fraudulent emails claim to contain a "Security Notice to Active Your Information" tied to a specific case number. They pressure recipients to download an "updated statement" by a firm deadline — in one example, April 14, 2026. A large "Download Now" button sits prominently in the message, designed to get people to click before they think twice.

Several red flags expose these emails as fakes. The messages come from random email addresses instead of official .gov domains that real government agencies use. Grammar mistakes appear throughout, including the subject line that says "active" instead of "activate." The emails also demand immediate action through downloads, something legitimate government notices rarely require.

The scam emails copy official SSA branding and include formal language claiming the message "was sent to you by the Social Security Administration and was produced and distributed at the expense of U.S. taxpayers." This official-sounding text aims to build trust, but it doesn't make the email legitimate.

Cybersecurity experts warn that clicking the download button installs malware that can give attackers access to victims' devices and personal information. Once installed, this malicious software can steal Social Security numbers, banking details, passwords, and other sensitive data that criminals sell or use for identity theft.

The Social Security Administration has repeatedly warned Americans that it does not send unsolicited emails asking people to download files or provide personal information. Real SSA communications come through official mail or through secure online accounts that recipients establish themselves on the agency's website.

These government impersonation scams have become more sophisticated as criminals invest in better graphics, official logos, and professional formatting. The polished appearance makes them harder to spot at first glance, especially for Americans who may be expecting legitimate correspondence about their Social Security benefits or accounts.

Americans who receive suspicious emails claiming to be from government agencies should delete them immediately without clicking any links or downloads. Anyone unsure about SSA communications should contact the agency directly through official phone numbers or visit a local Social Security office to verify any account issues.

Scammers use polished Social Security Administration emails with official logos to trick Americans into downloading malware. Grammar errors and fake domains exp

Fake Social Security Emails Push Malware Downloads in New Scam

Scammers use polished Social Security Administration emails with official logos to trick Americans into downloading malware. Grammar errors and fake domains expose the fraud.

The Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday on the Trump administration's decision to end Temporary Protected Status for immigrants from Haiti and Syria, a case that could determine the fate of 1.3 million people from 17 countries living legally in the United States.The case focuses on 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians whose protections former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem terminated. But immigrants from 15 other countries are watching closely, including an estimated 200,000 from El Salvador who have lived in America for 25 years under the program.TPS allows immigrants already in the country to stay with work permits for up to 18 months at a time, renewable as long as the Homeland Security secretary deems conditions unsafe for return. Noem ended TPS for all 12 countries that came up for renewal during her tenure.The justices will examine whether the administration properly evaluated conditions in Haiti and Syria when ending protections and whether it showed bias against non-white immigrants. The program more than doubled in size during Biden's presidency before Trump's return to office.José Urías exemplifies what's at stake. The 47-year-old crossed from Mexico in 1994 and built a Boston-area construction company that has erected more than 150 homes over 18 years. He employs three people directly and works with seven contractors who employ dozens more.&quot;Our life is based here, I have lived more of my life here than in El Salvador,&quot; Urías said from his Boston home. &quot;It's like living out your American Dream, and then suddenly — just like that — being told your time is up.&quot;Urías married another TPS beneficiary from El Salvador. They have two American-born sons. Like most Salvadorans in the program, their children are U.S. citizens who face potential separation from deported parents.Salvadorans gained TPS protection in 2001 after two major earthquakes devastated their country. Many have since started businesses, bought homes, and established deep community ties across America.El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele, considered a key U.S. ally in Central America, has a direct stake in the outcome. TPS beneficiaries send billions in remittances to family members back home, providing essential economic support to the small nation.The legal challenge from <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/200000-salvadorans-watch-supreme-court-case-on-deportation-shield">this earlier Supreme Court case</a> could reshape how future administrations evaluate country conditions for TPS decisions. Immigration advocates argue the Trump administration's blanket terminations ignored ongoing violence and instability in affected nations.El Salvador's TPS designation comes up for renewal September 9, giving the current administration time to make its own determination regardless of the Supreme Court's ruling. Few expect Trump to extend protections voluntarily.&quot;It's not guaranteed, but it's not impossible either,&quot; Urías said, maintaining cautious optimism despite the legal uncertainty surrounding his family's future in America.A Supreme Court decision is expected by June, potentially affecting more than one million immigrants who have built lives in the United States over decades under temporary protections that may soon become permanent departures.

The Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday on the Trump administration's decision to end Temporary Protected Status for immigrants from Haiti and Syria, a case that could determine the fate of 1.3 million people from 17 countries living legally in the United States.

The case focuses on 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians whose protections former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem terminated. But immigrants from 15 other countries are watching closely, including an estimated 200,000 from El Salvador who have lived in America for 25 years under the program.

TPS allows immigrants already in the country to stay with work permits for up to 18 months at a time, renewable as long as the Homeland Security secretary deems conditions unsafe for return. Noem ended TPS for all 12 countries that came up for renewal during her tenure.

The justices will examine whether the administration properly evaluated conditions in Haiti and Syria when ending protections and whether it showed bias against non-white immigrants. The program more than doubled in size during Biden's presidency before Trump's return to office.

José Urías exemplifies what's at stake. The 47-year-old crossed from Mexico in 1994 and built a Boston-area construction company that has erected more than 150 homes over 18 years. He employs three people directly and works with seven contractors who employ dozens more.

"Our life is based here, I have lived more of my life here than in El Salvador," Urías said from his Boston home. "It's like living out your American Dream, and then suddenly — just like that — being told your time is up."

Urías married another TPS beneficiary from El Salvador. They have two American-born sons. Like most Salvadorans in the program, their children are U.S. citizens who face potential separation from deported parents.

Salvadorans gained TPS protection in 2001 after two major earthquakes devastated their country. Many have since started businesses, bought homes, and established deep community ties across America.

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele, considered a key U.S. ally in Central America, has a direct stake in the outcome. TPS beneficiaries send billions in remittances to family members back home, providing essential economic support to the small nation.

The legal challenge from this earlier Supreme Court case could reshape how future administrations evaluate country conditions for TPS decisions. Immigration advocates argue the Trump administration's blanket terminations ignored ongoing violence and instability in affected nations.

El Salvador's TPS designation comes up for renewal September 9, giving the current administration time to make its own determination regardless of the Supreme Court's ruling. Few expect Trump to extend protections voluntarily.

"It's not guaranteed, but it's not impossible either," Urías said, maintaining cautious optimism despite the legal uncertainty surrounding his family's future in America.

A Supreme Court decision is expected by June, potentially affecting more than one million immigrants who have built lives in the United States over decades under temporary protections that may soon become permanent departures.

Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday on Trump administration's plan to end deportation protections for Haitians, Syrians, and immigrants from 15 other countr

Supreme Court Weighs TPS Case Affecting 1.3M Immigrants Wednesday

Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday on Trump administration's plan to end deportation protections for Haitians, Syrians, and immigrants from 15 other countries.

FBI Director Kash Patel says his agents have answered key questions about how gunman Cole Thomas Allen breached security at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner and will present a criminal complaint at a press conference Monday afternoon.Patel told Fox News that investigators know exactly when and how Allen, a 31-year-old from Torrance, California, arrived at the Washington Hilton hotel, reached the targeted area, and &quot;got through security undetected.&quot; The FBI received a full briefing Sunday morning from the agency's Behavioral Analysis Unit after agents worked through the weekend compiling evidence.&quot;We have all those questions answered, and that's why I wanted to present with the [acting] attorney general [Todd Blanche] at the press conference later today, once the magistrate has certified or signed off on the criminal complaint,&quot; Patel said during his Fox &amp; Friends appearance.The BAU analysis examined emails, social media posts, witness interviews, and conversations with Allen's family, friends and neighbors to build a complete picture of his mindset and intent. Patel emphasized this behavioral analysis provides context rather than direct courtroom evidence, but helps investigators understand the shooter's motivations.&quot;This is something the movies don't even write about, something like this, this kind of scenario, this kind of tragedy,&quot; Patel said, crediting quick law enforcement response for enabling the FBI to piece together Allen's background so rapidly. &quot;We're gonna be able to present to the world in less than 36 hours almost exactly what happened — this individual's entire background... who he knew, where he lived, who he was talking to, everything about the firearms, everything about ballistics.&quot;The investigation has moved at unprecedented speed thanks to FBI evidence response teams that arrived on scene immediately after the shooting. <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/california-engineer-cole-allen-named-as-white-house-dinner-gunman">Allen has been identified</a> as the shooter who targeted Trump administration officials at the annual press dinner, raising fresh questions about security protocols for high-profile political events.Patel's timeline puts the criminal complaint presentation within 36 hours of the shooting incident, a remarkably fast turnaround for a complex federal investigation involving multiple weapons and potential assassination charges. The FBI director indicated agents have compiled comprehensive information about Allen's firearms and ballistic evidence recovered from the scene.The case represents another major security breach involving Trump-related events, with lawmakers and security experts demanding answers about how Allen managed to infiltrate what should have been a heavily secured venue. The Washington Hilton has hosted the correspondents' dinner for decades, with established security protocols for protecting attending officials.Americans will get their first official look at the government's case against Allen when Patel and Acting Attorney General Blanche hold their joint press conference Monday, providing details about both the security failures and the shooter's background and motivations.

FBI Director Kash Patel says his agents have answered key questions about how gunman Cole Thomas Allen breached security at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner and will present a criminal complaint at a press conference Monday afternoon.

Patel told Fox News that investigators know exactly when and how Allen, a 31-year-old from Torrance, California, arrived at the Washington Hilton hotel, reached the targeted area, and "got through security undetected." The FBI received a full briefing Sunday morning from the agency's Behavioral Analysis Unit after agents worked through the weekend compiling evidence.

"We have all those questions answered, and that's why I wanted to present with the [acting] attorney general [Todd Blanche] at the press conference later today, once the magistrate has certified or signed off on the criminal complaint," Patel said during his Fox & Friends appearance.

The BAU analysis examined emails, social media posts, witness interviews, and conversations with Allen's family, friends and neighbors to build a complete picture of his mindset and intent. Patel emphasized this behavioral analysis provides context rather than direct courtroom evidence, but helps investigators understand the shooter's motivations.

"This is something the movies don't even write about, something like this, this kind of scenario, this kind of tragedy," Patel said, crediting quick law enforcement response for enabling the FBI to piece together Allen's background so rapidly. "We're gonna be able to present to the world in less than 36 hours almost exactly what happened — this individual's entire background... who he knew, where he lived, who he was talking to, everything about the firearms, everything about ballistics."

The investigation has moved at unprecedented speed thanks to FBI evidence response teams that arrived on scene immediately after the shooting. Allen has been identified as the shooter who targeted Trump administration officials at the annual press dinner, raising fresh questions about security protocols for high-profile political events.

Patel's timeline puts the criminal complaint presentation within 36 hours of the shooting incident, a remarkably fast turnaround for a complex federal investigation involving multiple weapons and potential assassination charges. The FBI director indicated agents have compiled comprehensive information about Allen's firearms and ballistic evidence recovered from the scene.

The case represents another major security breach involving Trump-related events, with lawmakers and security experts demanding answers about how Allen managed to infiltrate what should have been a heavily secured venue. The Washington Hilton has hosted the correspondents' dinner for decades, with established security protocols for protecting attending officials.

Americans will get their first official look at the government's case against Allen when Patel and Acting Attorney General Blanche hold their joint press conference Monday, providing details about both the security failures and the shooter's background and motivations.

FBI Director Kash Patel says agents know how Cole Thomas Allen breached security at White House Correspondents' Dinner. Criminal complaint coming Monday.

FBI Director: Criminal Complaint in Trump Dinner Shooting Ready Monday

Republican lawmakers are fast-tracking approval for President Trump's White House ballroom construction project following <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/trump-survives-third-assassination-attempt-at-washington-hilton">the third assassination attempt</a> against the president at the Washington Hilton.The GOP push comes as security concerns mount over the president's exposure at external venues. The latest shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner highlighted vulnerabilities when Trump attends events outside the heavily fortified executive mansion.&quot;This shooting proves we need secure, controlled venues for presidential events,&quot; said one Republican lawmaker involved in the approval process. &quot;The White House ballroom isn't a luxury — it's a national security necessity.&quot;The ballroom project had faced resistance from Democrats and budget hawks before the recent violence. Critics argued the construction was unnecessary spending during fiscal constraints. Those objections are evaporating as lawmakers confront the reality of repeated attempts on Trump's life.Security experts have long advocated for bringing more presidential events inside the White House complex. The executive mansion's multi-layered defenses far exceed what the Secret Service can establish at hotels, convention centers, and other public venues.The Justice Department previously <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/doj-pushes-to-drop-trump-ballroom-lawsuit-after-dinner-shooting">moved to drop legal challenges</a> to the ballroom project following the dinner shooting. Environmental groups and local residents had sued to block construction, citing noise and traffic concerns.Trump has survived three assassination attempts since returning to office — two during the campaign and now the Correspondents' Dinner shooting. <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/california-engineer-cole-allen-named-as-white-house-dinner-gunman">California engineer Cole Allen</a> opened fire at the Hilton event, wounding a Secret Service agent before being subdued.The ballroom would accommodate up to 400 guests for state dinners, press events, and other official functions currently held at outside venues. Construction could begin within months if Congress approves emergency funding.House Republicans are preparing to include ballroom funding in a supplemental security spending bill expected to reach the floor next week.

Republican lawmakers are fast-tracking approval for President Trump's White House ballroom construction project following the third assassination attempt against the president at the Washington Hilton.

The GOP push comes as security concerns mount over the president's exposure at external venues. The latest shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner highlighted vulnerabilities when Trump attends events outside the heavily fortified executive mansion.

"This shooting proves we need secure, controlled venues for presidential events," said one Republican lawmaker involved in the approval process. "The White House ballroom isn't a luxury — it's a national security necessity."

The ballroom project had faced resistance from Democrats and budget hawks before the recent violence. Critics argued the construction was unnecessary spending during fiscal constraints. Those objections are evaporating as lawmakers confront the reality of repeated attempts on Trump's life.

Security experts have long advocated for bringing more presidential events inside the White House complex. The executive mansion's multi-layered defenses far exceed what the Secret Service can establish at hotels, convention centers, and other public venues.

The Justice Department previously moved to drop legal challenges to the ballroom project following the dinner shooting. Environmental groups and local residents had sued to block construction, citing noise and traffic concerns.

Trump has survived three assassination attempts since returning to office — two during the campaign and now the Correspondents' Dinner shooting. California engineer Cole Allen opened fire at the Hilton event, wounding a Secret Service agent before being subdued.

The ballroom would accommodate up to 400 guests for state dinners, press events, and other official functions currently held at outside venues. Construction could begin within months if Congress approves emergency funding.

House Republicans are preparing to include ballroom funding in a supplemental security spending bill expected to reach the floor next week.

Republicans rush to approve Trump's White House ballroom project following the third assassination attempt, citing need for secure presidential venues.

GOP Lawmakers Fast-Track Trump Ballroom Approval After Third Shooting

Soccer fans across the globe are questioning security arrangements for the 2026 World Cup after a gunman armed with a shotgun, handgun, and multiple knives breached a Secret Service checkpoint at the Washington Hilton during an assassination attempt on President Trump.The suspect rushed the security perimeter and shot a law enforcement officer before being subdued, though he was not struck by return fire. US authorities confirmed Sunday the gunman specifically targeted Trump and members of his administration at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.The security breach has sparked international concern ahead of the World Cup tournament, which runs June 11-19 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The US will host 78 of the 104 fixtures and expects between five to 10 million international soccer fans.&quot;Their [US] own security service allowed a single person with a shotgun into the most secure building in the world, and missed every shot at him. How are the players going to be safe?&quot; one fan wrote on social media. Comments ranged from questioning the US as a host nation to calls for canceling American matches entirely due to security risks.This marks Trump's third assassination attempt. <a href="https://insiderwire.com/news/rep-zinke-trump-security-tightened-since-pennsylvania-shooting">He was injured at a Pennsylvania rally</a> in July 2024, and a suspect was convicted in September 2025 for plotting to kill Trump during a golf outing in Florida.Security analyst Massimiliano Montanari dismissed concerns about World Cup safety. &quot;It's undeniable that this shooting creates additional concerns, but with or without this shooting, the US Secret Service is keeping the highest level of attention on the president,&quot; Montanari told Al Jazeera. &quot;The US has very strong security and counterterrorism experience; I'm sure all necessary measures are in place.&quot;Critics point to America's gun violence epidemic as evidence the country cannot guarantee visitor safety. The US has recorded more than 126 mass shooting incidents in 2026 alone, resulting in over 3,100 casualties. FIFA declined to comment on World Cup security arrangements following the Washington shooting.The breach raises questions about whether American law enforcement can protect millions of international visitors when the president himself remains vulnerable to attack. With the tournament less than six months away, organizers face mounting pressure to address security concerns that could impact attendance and team participation.

Soccer fans across the globe are questioning security arrangements for the 2026 World Cup after a gunman armed with a shotgun, handgun, and multiple knives breached a Secret Service checkpoint at the Washington Hilton during an assassination attempt on President Trump.

The suspect rushed the security perimeter and shot a law enforcement officer before being subdued, though he was not struck by return fire. US authorities confirmed Sunday the gunman specifically targeted Trump and members of his administration at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.

The security breach has sparked international concern ahead of the World Cup tournament, which runs June 11-19 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The US will host 78 of the 104 fixtures and expects between five to 10 million international soccer fans.

"Their [US] own security service allowed a single person with a shotgun into the most secure building in the world, and missed every shot at him. How are the players going to be safe?" one fan wrote on social media. Comments ranged from questioning the US as a host nation to calls for canceling American matches entirely due to security risks.

This marks Trump's third assassination attempt. He was injured at a Pennsylvania rally in July 2024, and a suspect was convicted in September 2025 for plotting to kill Trump during a golf outing in Florida.

Security analyst Massimiliano Montanari dismissed concerns about World Cup safety. "It's undeniable that this shooting creates additional concerns, but with or without this shooting, the US Secret Service is keeping the highest level of attention on the president," Montanari told Al Jazeera. "The US has very strong security and counterterrorism experience; I'm sure all necessary measures are in place."

Critics point to America's gun violence epidemic as evidence the country cannot guarantee visitor safety. The US has recorded more than 126 mass shooting incidents in 2026 alone, resulting in over 3,100 casualties. FIFA declined to comment on World Cup security arrangements following the Washington shooting.

The breach raises questions about whether American law enforcement can protect millions of international visitors when the president himself remains vulnerable to attack. With the tournament less than six months away, organizers face mounting pressure to address security concerns that could impact attendance and team participation.

Soccer fans worldwide question US World Cup security after gunman with shotgun breached Secret Service checkpoint at Washington Hilton targeting Trump.