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DHS Ties Iran-Israel Conflict to Trump Assassination Attempt

5/7/2026

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A Department of Homeland Security (DHS) assessment dated April 27 links Iran-Israel conflict to motive for the April 25 White House Correspondents’ Dinner attack.
Cole Allen is charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump and officials, and not entered a plea.
The Justice Department added assault on a federal officer, firearm discharge and weapon-transport charges.
FBI officials are reviewing Allen’s Bluesky posts criticizing Trump, Iran, immigration and Ukraine to probe motive.

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A Department of Homeland Security (DHS) assessment dated April 27 links Iran-Israel conflict to motive for the April 25 White House Correspondents’ Dinner attack.
Cole Allen is charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump and officials, and not entered a plea.
The Justice Department added assault on a federal officer, firearm discharge and weapon-transport charges.
FBI officials are reviewing Allen’s Bluesky posts criticizing Trump, Iran, immigration and Ukraine to probe motive.