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MNN US · May 11, 2026 · 1 min read

Man Pleads Not Guilty to Assassination Attempt at Correspondents’ Dinner

What happened: Cole Tomas Allen has pleaded not guilty to four charges related to an alleged plot to kill President Trump and other officials at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.

Why it matters:

  • The case involves a serious threat to national leaders and public safety.
  • It highlights ongoing concerns about security at high-profile political events.

MNN Take: Allen's plea begins the legal process to determine the validity of the charges and the facts behind the alleged assassination attempt.

Sources: NYTimes US