Ruthless Podcast Dems Double Down on Violent Rhetoric After Third Trump Assassination Attempt
Apr 28, 2026
A chaotic White House Correspondents' Dinner and the scramble for safety and footage. Critiques of journalists filming in danger and the content-first culture at emergencies. Examination of political rhetoric, late-night jokes, and social media amplification possibly fueling real-world violence. Debate over security, protester threats, and media double standards.
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Under The Table During The WHCD Shooting
- The hosts described being under tables during the White House Correspondents' Dinner active shooter event and following Secret Service directions to stay low.
- Michael Duncan, John Ashbrook, Comfortably Smug, and Josh Holmes recounted texting, poor cell service, and law enforcement clearing the room while journalists filmed the scene.
Follow Security Instructions Not Content Impulses
- In active-shooter situations, follow law enforcement directives like getting under tables and staying low rather than filming for content.
- The hosts criticized journalists who filmed panoramic shots during the room clearing, arguing they impeded safety protocols.
WHCD Attendance Ballooned To 2,600 Creating Security Risk
- The hosts described the White House Correspondents' Dinner guest list ballooning to 2,600 people, creating a security and logistical problem.
- They argued the event now includes many nonessential invitees and increased the risk of mass-attendee incidents.