"Jiang was sitting right next to President Donald Trump and members of his administration on stage when suspected shooter Cole Tomas Allen fired multiple shots in the venue's lobby, forcing Secret Service to rush those on stage to safety."
"Last night's shooting at the Washington Hilton was a harrowing moment for everyone in attendance. Jiang then complimented the reporters in the room for swiftly going from party mode to professional mode amid the chaos."
"Our dinner exists to celebrate the First Amendment and the hard daily work of the journalists who defend it. Last night, those journalists showed exactly the kind of calm and courage that work demands."
Weijia Jiang expressed gratitude to the Secret Service and law enforcement for their swift action during an attempted shooting at the WHCA dinner. The incident occurred while she was on stage with President Trump. Jiang acknowledged the bravery of journalists who quickly transitioned from celebration to reporting amidst the chaos. She also wished a speedy recovery to an officer injured in the shooting. The WHCA board plans to meet to assess the situation and determine future actions, emphasizing unity among members during this challenging time.
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