Washington Today (4/27/26): Attempted Assassination Charge in Washington as Lawmakers Race on FISA
April 27, 2026
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51:27Now PlayingWashington Today (4/27/26): Attempted Assassination Charge in Washington as Lawmakers Race on FISA
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as posted by the channelA man is now facing federal charges after an alleged attempt to assassinate the president at the White House Correspondents Dinner—sending shockwaves through Washington and prompting urgent questions about political violence and security.
In this episode, we break down the charges against Cole Tomas Allen, what investigators say about his alleged motive, and what officials—including Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, FBI Director Kash Patel, and Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt—are saying publicly.
On Capitol Hill, lawmakers from both parties weigh in on the attack and the increasingly heated political climate, all while racing to finish key business before recess—including renewing FISA Section 702 and ending the partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.
We’ll bring you the latest details, reaction from Washington, and what comes next.
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