WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on the night of April 25, 2026, after a loud, unidentified noise prompted Secret Service agents to rush them from the event. A suspect is in custody, according to initial reports from the Secret Service.
The incident occurred during the annual dinner, which was held at the Washington Hilton. The Secret Service confirmed that the President and First Lady were moved to a secure location as a precaution. No injuries were reported, and the nature of the noise has not been officially disclosed.
White House aides said the President was unharmed and later returned to the White House. The Secret Service is investigating the incident, and the suspect's identity and motive have not been released. The White House Correspondents' Association issued a statement thanking law enforcement for their swift response.
