The FBI has confirmed that the shooter from a recent incident is now in custody, with the agency’s Washington field office actively involved in the response, according to reports from the Associated Press. Meanwhile, officers from the Metropolitan Police Department of Washington, D.C., are present at the location, working in conjunction with federal law enforcement agencies. They have assured the public that further updates will be provided once the information is verified.
The alarming situation unfolded during an event where guests were enjoying a spring pea and burrata salad. Just as wait staff were preparing to serve the next course, armed security personnel suddenly stormed the ballroom, instructing everyone to take cover. In a frantic attempt to find safety, attendees, including journalists donned in formal attire, crouched beneath tables as wine spilled over white tablecloths, creating a chaotic scene filled with the sounds of clinking glasses.
In the midst of the panic, armed security rushed towards the stage where former President Trump was seated, prompting more guests to duck or seek shelter. Amidst the commotion, a voice was heard shouting “USA!” as the incident unfolded.