The US Department of Justice has released disturbing video footage related to an alleged assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, capturing the sequence of events that unfolded at the Washington Hilton Hotel in detail. The incident, which occurred last week, has raised serious concerns over security lapses and prompted further investigation by federal authorities.
The footage shows 31-year-old suspect Cole Allen breaching the security perimeter and attempting to flee the scene after the attack unfolded. According to officials, Allen also opened fire on a Secret Service officer who tried to intercept him, escalating the seriousness of the incident.
Today, we are releasing video already provided to U.S. District Court showing Cole Allen shoot a U.S. Secret Service officer during his attempt to assassinate the President at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
There is no evidence the shooting was the result of friendly… pic.twitter.com/a8gRXkW6BH
— US Attorney Pirro (@USAttyPirro) April 30, 2026
District of Columbia US Attorney Jeanine Pirro shared key details of the case on social media, stating that the suspect had carried out reconnaissance at the hotel a day prior to the incident. Investigators believe Allen intended to target Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, with CCTV footage showing him moving suspiciously through corridors and near restricted areas of the hotel.
A critical moment captured in the video shows a Secret Service agent firing three rounds in an attempt to neutralise the suspect. Authorities confirmed that Allen was not injured in the exchange and managed to evade immediate capture, despite the swift response from security personnel.
The Justice Department also released slow-motion footage to provide greater clarity on the sequence of events, highlighting both the suspect’s movements and the rapid response of security teams. The incident has intensified discussions around security protocols for high-profile political figures in the United States.