"An active shooter getting close to the president for a second time was so quickly metabolized by Washington. The White House Correspondents Dinner remains the biggest night of the year for the capital's journalists."
"At Café Milano, the speakers were blaring 'Oops I Did it Again' and the TV screens were tuned not to the news but to a stock image of a castle in Dubrovnik."
"Despite the chaos, many seemed bothered at Café Milano, where a group of diners wearing cowboy hats ordered another bottle of wine."
"One journalist texted, 'I don't mean to make light but sooo many Washington correspondents have got/are getting texts from their exes tonight.'"
An active shooter incident occurred near the White House Correspondents Dinner, causing initial panic but ultimately resulting in no fatalities or serious injuries. The event, a significant occasion for journalists, was marked by a mix of shock and gallows humor. Despite the chaos, many attendees at Café Milano remained unfazed, focusing on the festivities rather than the unfolding news. The atmosphere was light-hearted, with music playing and diners enjoying their evening, illustrating the resilience and unique culture of Washington during tumultuous times.
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