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MNN US · May 11, 2026 · 1 min read

Washington dinner shooting suspect pleads not guilty

What happened: Cole Tomas Allen, 31, charged with attempting to assassinate former US President Donald Trump, has pleaded not guilty in court.

Why it matters:

  • The case involves a serious threat to a former US president's safety.
  • Legal proceedings will determine the suspect's guilt and potential consequences.

MNN Take: Allen's plea means the case will proceed through the legal system, where evidence will be reviewed before any verdict is reached.

Sources: BBC US & Canada