President Donald Trump is set to return to the Washington Hilton on Friday (June 26) for the first time since the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner shooting earlier this year. Trump will speak at the Faith and Freedom Coalition’s annual Road to Majority Conference, addressing evangelical leaders at the site of the third alleged assassination attempt against him.
During the April incident, a gunman attempted to breach security at the dinner, prompting the Secret Service to quickly escort President Trump from the ballroom. The suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, faces multiple charges, including attempting to assassinate the President. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
The Secret Service has assured the public of heightened security measures for Trump’s upcoming visit. An official stated, “While the existing security plan at the April 2026 White House Correspondents Dinner was effective in interdicting an identified threat, the agency continually reviews our security posture and will make adjustments, as necessary.”
The shooting incident has led to the rescheduling of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, now set for July 24. The event aims to emphasize the importance of a free press and will feature enhanced safety measures. Weijia Jiang, President of the White House Correspondents’ Association, stated, “We will not allow an act of violence to have the last word.”
Despite the security concerns, President Trump continues to participate in public events. He is also scheduled to attend the Great American State Fair on the National Mall as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
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