Washington: US President Donald J. Trump announced late Saturday (Sunday IST) that he would address the nation from the White House briefing room following a shooting at a high-profile gala in the capital.

In the message, the president provided assurances regarding the safety of his inner circle, writing: "The First Lady, plus the Vice President, and all Cabinet members, are in perfect condition."

Security Incident Details

The briefing follows a violent disruption outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday evening. A gunman opened fire at the event’s periphery, striking a Secret Service agent.

According to Fox News, the agent was hit in his protective vest and is expected to recover. The Secret Service successfully apprehended the suspect shortly after the discharge of the weapon.

The incident necessitated the immediate evacuation of the president and other top government officials from the venue. While the administration confirmed that the primary leadership remained unharmed, the shooting prompted the cancellation of the evening’s remaining program and the shift to a formal address from the White House.