Cole Allen, 31, appeared in court facing charges related to an attempted assassination of President Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner. Allen, from Torrance, California, is charged with three felonies: attempted assassination, transporting firearms and ammunition across state lines with intent to commit a felony, and discharging a firearm during a violent crime. The incident marks the third assassination attempt on Trump. Allen allegedly used a 12-gauge shotgun and carried additional weapons. He did not enter a plea, and a detention hearing is set for Thursday. Prosecutors argue for his continued detention, citing his intent to target high-ranking officials. Allen’s social media posts criticized Trump and his policies, including the war with Iran and ICE actions. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 11.
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Correspondents’ dinner shooting suspect charged with attempted assassination of Trump
