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fromIntelligencer
7 hours ago

New Details Emerge About WHCD Shooter's Path to Violence

Cole Tomas Allen, a mechanical engineer and computer scientist, is identified as the suspected shooter linked to the White House Correspondents' Dinner incident.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
US news

Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California

SF parents
fromIntelligencer
7 hours ago

New Details Emerge About WHCD Shooter's Path to Violence

Cole Tomas Allen, a mechanical engineer and computer scientist, is identified as the suspected shooter linked to the White House Correspondents' Dinner incident.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
US news

Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 hours ago

JD Vance Repeatedly Questioned' If Pentagon Gave Trump Accurate War Info, Reveals Explosive Report

Vice President JD Vance questions the accuracy of Pentagon information regarding the war in Iran and its impact on U.S. military resources.
#white-house-correspondents-dinner
Media industry
fromThe Verge
9 hours ago

Conspiracy theories are swirling about the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting

Gunshots at the White House Correspondents' Dinner led to chaos and unfounded conspiracy theories suggesting the incident was staged.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 hours ago

Get Some Steel in Your Spine!' Fox's John Roberts Scorches Traumatized' Journos Skipping Rescheduled WHCD

John Roberts encourages journalists to attend the White House Correspondents' Dinner despite recent security concerns, emphasizing the importance of press freedom.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

CNN's Cupp Goes OFF on WHCD for Caving In to Guy Who Wants Us Dead' Trump Minutes Before Shooting

SE Cupp criticized the WHCD for allowing Trump to attack the press without accountability during the event.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Walk the F*ck Out!' Jim Acosta Demands Journos Bail on Trump at WHCD

Jim Acosta urged journalists to walk out if Trump attacks them at the WHCD, while Katie Couric suggested challenging him with unanswered questions.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
9 hours ago

Conspiracy theories are swirling about the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting

Gunshots at the White House Correspondents' Dinner led to chaos and unfounded conspiracy theories suggesting the incident was staged.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 hours ago

Get Some Steel in Your Spine!' Fox's John Roberts Scorches Traumatized' Journos Skipping Rescheduled WHCD

John Roberts encourages journalists to attend the White House Correspondents' Dinner despite recent security concerns, emphasizing the importance of press freedom.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

CNN's Cupp Goes OFF on WHCD for Caving In to Guy Who Wants Us Dead' Trump Minutes Before Shooting

SE Cupp criticized the WHCD for allowing Trump to attack the press without accountability during the event.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Walk the F*ck Out!' Jim Acosta Demands Journos Bail on Trump at WHCD

Jim Acosta urged journalists to walk out if Trump attacks them at the WHCD, while Katie Couric suggested challenging him with unanswered questions.
#donald-trump
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
13 hours ago

Trump Can't Stop Lying About the Attempts on His Life

Donald Trump's dishonesty about assassination attempts undermines any sympathy he might receive, despite being a target of violence.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
13 hours ago

Journalist cuts Trump down with one simple question about a "pedophile" accusation - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump reacted angrily to a journalist's question about a pedophile accusation linked to him, denying all allegations of sexual misconduct.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump tells 60 Minutes he wasn't worried' during correspondents' dinner shooting

Donald Trump described his calm reaction during a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, emphasizing his curiosity over immediate safety.
Washington DC
fromAbove the Law
10 hours ago

Good Job DOJ, Now The Conspiracy Theorists Have A Point - Above the Law

The DOJ swiftly demanded the National Trust drop its lawsuit after a gunman attempted to attack during the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
10 hours ago

Hacker who allegedly carried out cyberattacks for China is extradited to U.S. | TechCrunch

Xu Zewei, accused of cyberattacks for the Chinese government, has been extradited to the U.S. and is now in detention in Houston, Texas.
NYC startup
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 hours ago

Elon Musk really wants to make sure you've read Ronan Farrow's Sam Altman investigation

Concerns about Sam Altman's leadership resurfaced as Elon Musk boosted a critical post during a high-stakes trial between Musk and Altman.
#shooting
US Elections
fromPoynter
16 hours ago

False claims spread quickly after the White House Correspondents' Dinner attack - Poynter

A shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner raised serious security concerns and misinformation spread rapidly on social media.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

A Shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

A shooting incident occurred at the Washington Hilton during an event attended by President Trump, prompting immediate security responses.
US Elections
fromPoynter
16 hours ago

False claims spread quickly after the White House Correspondents' Dinner attack - Poynter

A shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner raised serious security concerns and misinformation spread rapidly on social media.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

A Shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

A shooting incident occurred at the Washington Hilton during an event attended by President Trump, prompting immediate security responses.
World news
fromFortune
16 hours ago

A manifesto, a train ride, and gaps in security that let a shooter get near Trump | Fortune

Tech stocks are in focus this week with major Q1 earnings calls from leading companies.
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

What we know about Cole Allen, suspected White House Correspondents' dinner shooter

Cole Allen, a 31-year-old teacher and engineer from Torrance, California, has been identified as the man suspected of opening fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night.
Left-wing politics
OMG science
fromEsquire
3 days ago

The White House Has Latched on to a New Conspiracy Theory-Except This One Might Be Real

A series of mysterious deaths and disappearances of scientists linked to U.S. nuclear and aerospace research raises national security concerns.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Tips on 'How to Start' your life's work from journalist Jodi Kantor

When I got the invitation, my friends were like, call in sick. Don't go. You're going to get booed. But my response was a little different. I felt like, give me those kids for 15 minutes because I'm a mom and I'm a Columbia alum, and I was just concerned about the level of negativity and rancor.
Careers
Intellectual property law
fromTechRepublic
4 days ago

White House Says China-Linked Actors Tried to 'Steal American AI'

Foreign entities, particularly from China, are allegedly extracting American AI models through unauthorized methods, raising national security concerns.
fromReadWrite
3 days ago

US soldier charged over secret operation betting scheme

Prosecutors argue that Van Dyke's actions meet the definition of insider trading in substance, if not in traditional market form, because they relied on nonpublic military intelligence to generate profit.
Poker
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
4 days ago

How the government is ramping up mass surveillance with AI-driven tech

Surveillance capitalism collects extensive personal data through various devices and technologies, often without user consent or effective opt-out options.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The Last Spy review former CIA station chief tells it like it was from inside the tent

Sichel reflects on his middle-of-the-action view of events during the Cold War, sharing anecdotes while being critical of CIA operations aimed at destabilizing leftist regimes.
Berlin
US politics
fromEsquire
10 hours ago

This Is the Wrong Time for the Predictable Democrat Response to the Correspondents' Dinner Shooting

Close encounters with firearms can create intense, life-altering experiences that shape perceptions of safety and reality.
US news
fromAxios
8 hours ago

Correspondents' Dinner suspect charged with attempted assassination of Trump

Conviction for attempted presidential assassination could result in life imprisonment, as demonstrated by a recent case involving Cole Tomas Allen.
#political-violence
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago
US politics

There's Zero Proof the Correspondents' Dinner Attack Was Fake. But There Sure Are Plenty of People Claiming It Was.

A man attempted a politically motivated attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, leading to charges and conspiracy theories about the incident.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
Washington DC

They Were Shouting Kill Trump?' CNN Host Questions Panelist's Claim About Protesters Outside WHCD

Political violence against Donald Trump is increasing, with claims of protesters holding threatening signs during a recent event.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

CNN's Dana Bash Presses Top Dem On Anti-Trump Heat Rhetoric': Do You Think Twice?'

An armed man with anti-Trump rhetoric stormed an event attended by President Trump, raising concerns about political violence and freedom of the press.
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Washington in shock after White House press dinner shooting: an angry, polarized nation'

Political violence and gun control are under scrutiny after a shooting incident at a media gala attended by top officials.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

There's Zero Proof the Correspondents' Dinner Attack Was Fake. But There Sure Are Plenty of People Claiming It Was.

A man attempted a politically motivated attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, leading to charges and conspiracy theories about the incident.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

They Were Shouting Kill Trump?' CNN Host Questions Panelist's Claim About Protesters Outside WHCD

Political violence against Donald Trump is increasing, with claims of protesters holding threatening signs during a recent event.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Federal government launches broad probe into mysterious disappearances and deaths of top scientists. 'We haven't found anything alarming yet' | Fortune

Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated, 'A lot of the nuclear security scientists are in DOE. So yes, of course we are looking into this.' He confirmed that the investigation is part of a broader inquiry involving multiple government branches.
Science
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

CNN's Jake Tapper Calls BS on Trump Rant Over War Reporting: Quite Clearly Not the Case'

Jake Tapper challenged President Trump's claims about U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions in the Iran war.
US politics
fromAxios
2 hours ago

Correspondents' Dinner shooting fails to budge Democrats on DHS shutdown

Democrats and Republicans are at an impasse over funding the Department of Homeland Security amid ongoing political tensions and demands for immigration reforms.
#fbi-investigation
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 days ago

FBI investigating possible links between deaths and disappearances of at least 10 scientists

The FBI is investigating connections among recent deaths and disappearances of scientists linked to government projects, amid growing speculation and no evidence of foul play.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
14 hours ago

Fox Crew Presses Kash Patel on Whether WHCA Dinner Suspect Was Known to Feds Before Shooting: Was There Chatter About Him?'

An armed man attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner, prompting a swift evacuation of senior officials and an ongoing FBI investigation.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 days ago

FBI investigating possible links between deaths and disappearances of at least 10 scientists

The FBI is investigating connections among recent deaths and disappearances of scientists linked to government projects, amid growing speculation and no evidence of foul play.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
14 hours ago

Fox Crew Presses Kash Patel on Whether WHCA Dinner Suspect Was Known to Feds Before Shooting: Was There Chatter About Him?'

An armed man attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner, prompting a swift evacuation of senior officials and an ongoing FBI investigation.
fromwww.npr.org
7 hours ago

Here's a look inside security at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner

The Washington Hilton has a unique design intended for presidential security, featuring a special entrance for the president and a dedicated holding room with a presidential seal engraved on the floor.
US news
#trump
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Brands Norah O'Donnell a Disgrace' After She Reads Part of WHCD Shooter's Manifesto on Targeting a Pedophile'

Trump criticized O'Donnell for reading the gunman's manifesto, denying any association with the claims made within it and calling her a disgrace.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

I Have Been Through This a Couple of Times': 60 Minutes Gets Trump's Reaction to Frenzied Moment Shots Were Fired at WHC Dinner

Trump expressed a lack of worry during an assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, citing his past experiences with similar threats.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Tone Down The Flipping Rhetoric!' John Roberts Rips Hakeem Jeffries For Comments After WHCD

Rhetoric against Trump may embolden individuals to commit violent acts, as highlighted by the recent shooting incident.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

CNN's Brian Stelter Confronts Karoline Leavitt on Trump's Attempts to Demonize' The Media Ahead of White House Correspondents' Dinner

Trump's attendance at the Correspondents' Dinner signifies a complex relationship with the press, balancing accessibility and criticism.
Washington DC
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Why a correspondents' dinner at a White House ballroom could endanger press freedom - Poynter

Trump advocates for a secure ballroom at the White House following a shooting incident during the Correspondents' dinner.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Trump turns the WHCD shooting into a pitch for the White House ballroom

Trump used an assassination attempt to advocate for a secure ballroom at the White House.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Brands Norah O'Donnell a Disgrace' After She Reads Part of WHCD Shooter's Manifesto on Targeting a Pedophile'

Trump criticized O'Donnell for reading the gunman's manifesto, denying any association with the claims made within it and calling her a disgrace.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

I Have Been Through This a Couple of Times': 60 Minutes Gets Trump's Reaction to Frenzied Moment Shots Were Fired at WHC Dinner

Trump expressed a lack of worry during an assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, citing his past experiences with similar threats.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Tone Down The Flipping Rhetoric!' John Roberts Rips Hakeem Jeffries For Comments After WHCD

Rhetoric against Trump may embolden individuals to commit violent acts, as highlighted by the recent shooting incident.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

CNN's Brian Stelter Confronts Karoline Leavitt on Trump's Attempts to Demonize' The Media Ahead of White House Correspondents' Dinner

Trump's attendance at the Correspondents' Dinner signifies a complex relationship with the press, balancing accessibility and criticism.
Washington DC
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Why a correspondents' dinner at a White House ballroom could endanger press freedom - Poynter

Trump advocates for a secure ballroom at the White House following a shooting incident during the Correspondents' dinner.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Trump turns the WHCD shooting into a pitch for the White House ballroom

Trump used an assassination attempt to advocate for a secure ballroom at the White House.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
1 day ago

The Preference for Conspiracy Infects Us All

Humans prefer clarity over uncertainty, often leading to immediate, speculative reactions in the wake of chaotic events.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

NBC News Drops Bombshell Report on Trump War Battle Damage: Far Worse' Than Trump Team Said

Damage to U.S. military bases from Iranian strikes is more extensive and costly than previously disclosed by officials.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Suspect charged with attempting to assassinate Trump at press dinner

Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old man from Torrance in southern California, was charged with attempting to assassinate the US president, transportation of firearms to commit a felony, and unlawful discharge of a firearm during violence.
Washington DC
#fbi
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
11 hours ago

It Was a Failure!' Fox Host Grills FBI Head Kash Patel on WHCD Security Mistakes

FBI Director Kash Patel emphasized the agency's rapid response to threats against President Trump while acknowledging the need for improved proactive measures.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

NYT alleges FBI investigated reporter over story on Kash Patel's girlfriend

The FBI investigated a New York Times reporter over a story about security arrangements for the FBI director's girlfriend.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
US news

FBI said to have investigated New York Times reporter after article on Kash Patel's girlfriend

Media industry
fromJezebel
4 days ago

Writing About the FBI Director's Girlfriend Now Warrants an FBI Investigation

Kash Patel misuses FBI resources to target journalists, raising concerns about government retaliation against the press.
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Kash Patel Fallout

FBI Director Kash Patel faces allegations of erratic behavior and excessive drinking, raising concerns among colleagues about his ability to lead.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Sean Hannity Asks Kash Patel If FBI Investigated Journalist

FBI Director Kash Patel denies using agency resources against a journalist, claiming the report led to a death threat against his girlfriend.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
11 hours ago

It Was a Failure!' Fox Host Grills FBI Head Kash Patel on WHCD Security Mistakes

FBI Director Kash Patel emphasized the agency's rapid response to threats against President Trump while acknowledging the need for improved proactive measures.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

NYT alleges FBI investigated reporter over story on Kash Patel's girlfriend

The FBI investigated a New York Times reporter over a story about security arrangements for the FBI director's girlfriend.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
US news

FBI said to have investigated New York Times reporter after article on Kash Patel's girlfriend

Media industry
fromJezebel
4 days ago

Writing About the FBI Director's Girlfriend Now Warrants an FBI Investigation

Kash Patel misuses FBI resources to target journalists, raising concerns about government retaliation against the press.
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Kash Patel Fallout

FBI Director Kash Patel faces allegations of erratic behavior and excessive drinking, raising concerns among colleagues about his ability to lead.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Sean Hannity Asks Kash Patel If FBI Investigated Journalist

FBI Director Kash Patel denies using agency resources against a journalist, claiming the report led to a death threat against his girlfriend.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Journos Hit Trump on 23 'Attacks on Freedom of the Press'

A coalition of journalists demands a strong defense of press freedom at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in response to Trump's attacks on the media.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

NY Times Dishes Details on Trump, Ellison Dinner Attended By Top CBS Journos

A private dinner hosted by David Ellison for President Trump raised concerns about media integrity among CBS journalists amid a pending federal deal.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Officials charge a U.S. soldier for using intel on this $400K Polymarket bet

Gannon Ken Van Dyke was part of the operation to capture Maduro in January and used his access to classified information to make money on the prediction market site Polymarket, the federal prosecutor's office in New York said.
US Elections
#fisa
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers

Mike Johnson's proposal to renew Section 702 of FISA lacks a warrant requirement, aiming to reauthorize the program for three years with oversight adjustments.
Media industry
fromDefector
3 days ago

Tony Dokoupil Is Still Eating Shit, Even If No One's Watching | Defector

Tony Dokoupil's performance as CBS Evening News anchor is criticized, with low ratings and claims of poor direction and lack of support.
#trump-administration
fromFortune
1 day ago
Washington DC

DOJ uses White House correspondents' dinner shooting to pressure preservations to drop lawsuit over Trump's $400 million ballroom | Fortune

Washington DC
fromFortune
1 day ago

DOJ uses White House correspondents' dinner shooting to pressure preservations to drop lawsuit over Trump's $400 million ballroom | Fortune

The Justice Department is pressuring preservationists to drop their lawsuit against Trump's planned $400 million ballroom at the White House following a shooting incident.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Certainly Disreputable': WSJ Editorial Board Tries to Make Sense of Trump DOJ SPLC Indictment

The Trump administration's indictment against the SPLC raises questions about political motivations and the SPLC's methods in combating hate groups.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Politico's Dasha Burns Reports It's Only a Matter of Time' Before Kash Patel is Canned

Kash Patel is likely to be the next Cabinet-level official dismissed due to negative press and distractions for Trump.
Washington DC
fromIrish Independent
22 hours ago

Secret Service faces scrutiny over the level of security after latest attempt to assassinate Donald Trump

Concerns are raised about the Secret Service's ability to protect the president following a security incident at a recent event.
US politics
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The Latest Push to Extend Key US Spy Powers Is Still a Mess

The bill lacks meaningful constitutional safeguards and allows broad discretion to the attorney general regarding access to the 702 program.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

That is False': Ace Reporter Hammers Senate Dem For Wrongly Using His Reporting At Hearing

Sen. Ruben Gallego misrepresented Trump's comments about Kevin Warsh's commitment to interest rate cuts during a confirmation hearing.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

WHCA President Weijia Jiang Applauds Secret Service After Harrowing' Attempted Shooting

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.
Washington DC
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

John Brennan Defiant After DOJ Drops Subpoenas Against Him

John Brennan expresses pride in the investigation of Russian interference in the 2016 election after subpoenas against him were withdrawn.
#tmz
Washington DC
fromPOLITICO
2 days ago

Inside TMZ's Capitol Hill playbook

TMZ staff members share their unexpected career paths and excitement about their work in the entertainment and political landscape.
Washington DC
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Washington Enters Its TMZ Era

TMZ's new D.C. bureau aims to expose lawmakers' actions during government shutdown, blending celebrity gossip with political reporting.
Washington DC
fromPOLITICO
2 days ago

Inside TMZ's Capitol Hill playbook

TMZ staff members share their unexpected career paths and excitement about their work in the entertainment and political landscape.
Washington DC
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Washington Enters Its TMZ Era

TMZ's new D.C. bureau aims to expose lawmakers' actions during government shutdown, blending celebrity gossip with political reporting.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Hegseth Smirks as He Takes 2 Questions From TMZ DC at Pentagon Briefing, Including Do You Feel You're on a Power Trip?'

My only thought process is to ensure that our warfighters have everything they need to be successful, defeat and destroy the enemy, and they come home. I want them to feel empowered to have every authority they need within our rules and within our law to bring maximum violence to the enemy.
Washington DC
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