‘No Place for Violence in Democracy’: PM Narendra Modi Reacts to Firing at Trump Dinner Event

New Delhi: During the White House Correspondents' Dinner held at the Hilton Hotel in Washington on Saturday night, a gun-like sound was suddenly heard, creating chaos in the program. At that time many big leaders including President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and Vice President JD Vance were present. The security agencies immediately became active and evacuated everyone safely. There is no news of any major loss in the incident.

What did PM Narendra Modi say?

After the incident, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reacted on social media. He said that it is a matter of relief that President Trump and everyone else are safe. He also bluntly said that there can be no place for violence in a democracy, and such incidents should be strongly condemned.

What happened on the spot?

The dinner was in full swing, the guests were busy talking when suddenly a loud sound was heard. Initially people could not understand, but as soon as the security personnel came into action, the atmosphere became tense. Some people got up from their seats and moved outside, while many people sat down bowing.

Was anyone injured?

According to American media reports, during this time a Secret Service officer was shot, but he was wearing a bulletproof jacket, due to which he did not suffer serious injury. He was immediately taken to the hospital and his condition is said to be stable.

What did the eyewitnesses say?

According to people present at the spot, a man was seen falling with a weapon. Soon after this the security agencies took him under control. In some videos it is clearly visible that people were trying to save themselves by hiding under the table.

How was Trump evacuated safely?

As soon as the Secret Service heard the voice, they surrounded the President and within a few seconds removed him from the stage and took him to a safe place. Other leaders present with him were also taken out with the same speed.

Has Trump been attacked before?

This is not the first incident. Last year also during the election rally, there was an attempt to fire on Trump, in which he narrowly escaped. Even after that, questions have been raised many times regarding security.

In which direction is the investigation moving now?

At present the investigating agencies are trying to get to the bottom of the entire matter. It is being seen how the suspect reached there and what was his intention. Besides, review of security arrangements has also been started. This incident once again showed that even in programs considered to be the safest, danger cannot be completely avoided.