The BRICS TimesPrime Minister Narendra Modi reacted strongly to a shooting near US President Donald Trump stating that violence has absolutely no place in any democracy.
Modi expresses relief as Trump, Melania and Vance escape unhurt
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke out on Sunday after a shooting rattled a high-profile White House event in Washington. The incident unfolded during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner attended by US President Donald Trump. Modi said he was relieved to learn that Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and Vice President JD Vance were “safe and unharmed.” He extended his warmest wishes for their continued safety and well-being.
Modi did not hold back his stance on the incident. He said “violence has no place in a democracy and must be unequivocally condemned.” His remarks came just hours after Trump and top White House officials were evacuated from the venue following the shooting.
Suspect identified as a California resident with multiple weapons
Authorities identified the suspect as Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from Torrance, California. No injuries were immediately reported after the incident. However, a shooter did open fire at the scene triggering a swift and large-scale security response. The FBI confirmed that Allen is now in custody. Its Washington field office is leading the ongoing investigation.
US Attorney Jeanine Pirro confirmed that Allen faces preliminary charges on two counts. These include unlawful use of a firearm and assaulting an officer with a dangerous weapon. Pirro noted that more charges are likely as investigators gather further details. She described it as a “very fluid situation” still evolving rapidly. Allen is expected to appear before a federal district court for arraignment on Monday.
Police revealed that the suspect carried multiple weapons at the time of arrest making this a serious breach of security at one of Washington’s most prominent annual events.
