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Armed Man Detained After Attempted Trump Assassination

4/30/2026

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Cole Tomas Allen tried to kill U.S. President Donald Trump at White House dinner and is detained.
Allen carried a shotgun, gun and knives while a Secret Service officer fired rounds as he rushed checkpoint, though video shows he did not fire.
The filing includes Allen’s selfies, a letter denouncing security and a “Assassin” signature.
Allen’s posts shifted from gaming to commentary, comparing Trump to Hitler and urging gun purchases.

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Story summary

Cole Tomas Allen tried to kill U.S. President Donald Trump at White House dinner and is detained.
Allen carried a shotgun, gun and knives while a Secret Service officer fired rounds as he rushed checkpoint, though video shows he did not fire.
The filing includes Allen’s selfies, a letter denouncing security and a “Assassin” signature.
Allen’s posts shifted from gaming to commentary, comparing Trump to Hitler and urging gun purchases.