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Accused gunman charged with attempted assassination of Trump

Season 2026 Episode 87 | 5m 04s

The suspect who attempted to storm a press gala this weekend in Washington has been charged with the attempted assassination of President Trump and other federal weapons charges. If convicted, he could face up to life in prison. White House correspondent Liz Landers was at the dinner when the incident unfolded and reports on the latest.

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