WASHINGTON, DC, USA — President Donald Trump has disclosed that the shooter who targeted the White House Correspondents’ Dinner was driven by strong anti-Christian sentiments.
The incident occurred at the banquet hall during the high-profile media event, where Allen Cole opened fire, causing panic among attendees.
According to the US President, Cole’s manifesto was filled with anti-Christian rhetoric, describing it as “full blown” in nature.
Trump made the revelation while addressing journalists shortly after the attack.
“This shooter, Allen Cole, is anti-Christian,” Trump stated, linking the gunman’s actions directly to his ideological beliefs.
The disclosure comes as Nigerian Christians continue to face targeted violence in parts of the country, drawing parallels in faith-based attacks that have claimed many lives in recent years.
Security agencies in the United States are investigating the full circumstances surrounding the shooting, with focus now turning to the contents of the manifesto.
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner is a major annual gathering that brings together politicians, journalists, and dignitaries.
NaijaChoice News understands that no further details on casualties or the shooter’s background were immediately provided by authorities.
The attack has raised fresh concerns about rising extremism and its impact on public events.
As investigations deepen, the incident highlights the persistent threat of ideologically motivated violence in democratic spaces.
This development underscores the global challenge of addressing hate-driven attacks, particularly those rooted in religious intolerance.
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