President Donald Trump has described the individual who opened fire during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner gala as a “sick person.” He revealed that the shooter charged from 50 yards away before security personnel intervened.
Speaking to journalists at the White House, the president marveled at how the perpetrator managed to move so quickly despite the high security. He praised the reaction time of the security detail during the chaotic moments.
Security detail praised for swift reaction
Trump recounted hearing a noise that he initially mistook for a falling tray while sitting next to the First Lady. He admitted it was shocking that such an event could happen so close to him.
The president assured the public that the man has been captured and is currently in custody. He promised that more details about the shooter’s background would emerge within twenty-four hours.
Gala to be rescheduled within thirty days
Despite the trauma of the event, the president remains defiant and plans to host the event again soon. He announced that the gala would be rescheduled within the next 30 days.
Trump vowed that the upcoming event would be “bigger and better” than the one interrupted by the violence. The administration is expected to review security protocols for all future high-profile gatherings.
