Some More News Even More News: Another Assassination Attempt on Trump
Apr 28, 2026
They unpack the attempted attack near the White House Correspondents' Dinner and clarify where the suspect was actually stopped. They debate security failures at hotels and event venues. They dissect how conspiracy theories and coordinated messaging spread online. They critique the president's 60 Minutes interview and discuss how political rhetoric can fuel real-world violence.
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Security Stopped The Attacker Before The Ballroom
- The White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter was stopped before reaching the ballroom, showing security largely worked.
- Hosts discuss the suspect being apprehended on a different floor after checking into the Washington Hilton with guns the day before.
Lockdown Fear Is A Common American Experience
- The incident highlighted how commonplace lockdown fear is for many Americans beyond high-profile events.
- Jonathan Harris compares the experience to lockdowns in schools, malls, and theaters and notes the traumatic reactions at the dinner.
Don't Mock People Experiencing Trauma
- Avoid mocking visibly traumatized attendees since lockdowns and fear are real and traumatic.
- Katy urges compassion for individuals like Erica Kirk who experienced terror, even if you disagree with them politically.