On April 26, 2026, President Trump confronted ‘60 Minutes’ anchor Norah O'Donnell during an interview after she read parts of a manifesto written by a shooter at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner (WHCD). The shooter, Cole Allen, expressed his hatred for Trump in his manifesto.
• Incident Overview: Cole Allen, a 31-year-old from California, attacked the WHCD, shooting at a Secret Service agent before being arrested. He has been charged with multiple offenses, including assaulting a federal officer.
• Manifesto Contents: In his manifesto, Allen described himself as a “friendly federal assassin” and expressed disdain for Trump, calling him a “pedophile” and a “rapist. ” He claimed turning the other cheek is not an option when others are oppressed.
• Trump's Reaction: During his interview with O'Donnell, Trump angrily responded to her reading of the manifesto, stating, “You should be ashamed of yourself for reading that. ” He denied any accusations related to the manifesto and criticized O'Donnell for pushing those claims. He proclaimed his innocence and requested that such statements should not be aired.
• Media Tensions: Trump accused O'Donnell and the media of being “horrible people” for their portrayal of him in light of Allen's manifesto and attempted to shift the focus back to his own exonerations.
The confrontation between Trump and O'Donnell highlighted the ongoing tensions between political figures and media platforms, particularly concerning sensitive topics like criminal acts and public safety. Trump's strong reaction underscored his defense against accusations made in the context of violent actions tied to individuals' beliefs about him.
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/04/you-should-be-ashamed-yourself-trump-blasts-60/
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