US President Donald Trump was uninjured after an apparent security scare prompted the evacuation of top White House officials from the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Saturday night.
According to law enforcement officials, an unspecified threat emerged during the event, with one official saying a shooter had opened fire outside the venue. Authorities said the incident occurred near the ballroom where Trump and other high-profile guests were present at the time.
There were no immediate reports of injuries, and details surrounding the incident remained unclear as security personnel swiftly secured the area and escorted attendees to safety.
The high-profile gathering was abruptly cancelled following the scare and will be rescheduled, organisers said.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, while security measures around the area have been intensified.