Cole Tomas Allen, the 31-year-old man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner last month, pleaded not guilty to federal charges on Monday.Allen appeared in court wearing an orange jumpsuit and shackled at the wrists and feet. He is facing serious federal gun charges, including using a firearm during a crime of violence and interstate transportation of a firearm with intent to commit a felony.
Prosecutors allege that Allen tried to force his way past a security checkpoint at the Washington Hilton hotel during the annual Correspondents' Dinner on April 26.When confronted, he allegedly opened fire on a US Secret Service agent. The agent was struck but survived thanks to his bullet-proof vest.Secret Service agents quickly tackled Allen just before he could reach a staircase leading down to the ballroom where President Trump, journalists, and top US officials were gathered.Court AppearanceThis was Allen’s first appearance before US District Judge Trevor McFadden, who will oversee the remainder of the case.
The incident sent shockwaves through Washington and raised fresh security concerns around major political events. The White House Correspondents' Dinner is one of the biggest nights in the US political and media calendar.The case is still in its early stages, and more details are expected to emerge as the legal proceedings continue.Allen remains in federal custody.
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