LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — On Saturday night, reports of a suspected shooting at the White House correspondent's dinner broke out.
President Donald Trump was uninjured, and others were evacuated from the event. The Secret Service has shared that one person is currently in custody.
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Trump safe, suspect in custody after shooting at WH Correspondents’ Dinner
As we learn more about this incident reactions are coming in from Nevada politicians on social media.
Senator Jacky Rosen
“I was at the White House Correspondents Dinner tonight when shots rang out. I’m so grateful for Secret Service and the law enforcement agents who rapidly responded to the situation and guaranteed the safety of everyone in attendance. We’re awaiting further details regarding the circumstances of this incident, but what we know is that this kind of threat and violence cannot be our new normal.”
Representative Susie Lee
"Political violence has no place in our country. I’m praying for the safety of everyone in attendance and grateful for the swift action of our first responders."
Governor Joe Lombardo
"I’m grateful for the swift and decisive action of the Secret Service at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner this evening. While we wait for more information, we pray for the continued safety of President Trump, the First Lady, and all Cabinet members and attendees."
Congresswoman Dina Titus
"As more details come out about tonight’s shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, my concerns are for the safety of the attendees."
Attorney General Aaron Ford
"Thank you to the first responders who swiftly took action to protect attendees at the White House Correspondents Dinner. Political violence has no place in our country and swift justice should be served to those who perpetuate it."
