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The accused appeared before the court but did not speak during the hearing. His attorney entered the not guilty plea on his behalf.
This image released as part of the US Government's Memorandum in Support of Pretrial Detention filed on April 29, 2026 shows a photo the defendant Cole Allen took of himself in a mirror at approximately 8:03pm ET while in his hotel room at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC, on April 25, 2026, according to the memorandum. (Photo by US Attorney for the District of Colombia / AFP)(AFP)Cole Allen, man accused of attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump during a White House reporters’ gala last month, pleaded not guilty to all charges in federal court on Monday (May 11).
The accused appeared before the court but did not speak during the hearing. His attorney entered the not guilty plea on his behalf.
Federal prosecutors have charged Allen with:
-Attempted assassination of the president
-Assault on a federal officer
-Firearms-related offenses
The case has drawn significant national attention due to the alleged targeting of the sitting US president and members of the administration.
Attack at White House Correspondents’ dinner
According to prosecutors, Allen allegedly launched the attack during the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner, a high-profile gathering attended by journalists, and Trump Administration officials.
Authorities allege that Allen fired a shotgun at a United States Secret Service agent before attempting to breach a security checkpoint near the event venue.
Investigators said the alleged attack was quickly stopped by security personnel, preventing harm to Trump or other attendees.
Officials said the suspect was subdued before reaching the protected area where Trump and senior administration members were present.
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner is considered one of Washington’s most heavily secured annual events, with extensive screening and layered protection measures in place.
Court proceedings continue
Allen remains in federal custody pending further legal proceedings. Prosecutors are expected to present additional evidence related to the alleged plot in upcoming hearings.
If convicted on the most serious charges, the suspect could face a lengthy prison sentence under federal law.
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