Trump Announces Rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner Venue

President Donald Trump announced on June 2, 2026, that the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner (WHCD) will take place at the Waldorf Astoria on July 24, 2026. This decision follows an incident during the previous dinner at the Washington Hilton on April 25, 2026, when gunfire led to the event being abruptly ended. Trump stated on Truth Social that the rescheduling is a sign of strength and that the event cannot be altered by violent actions. He also mentioned that the Waldorf Astoria is a venue he built. The White House Correspondents’ Association, led by President Weijia Jiang, confirmed that the event will feature enhanced safety measures. Jiang emphasized that the dinner will serve as a statement against violence and intimidation of the press. The suspect involved in the April incident, Cole Allen, has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including attempted assassination of the president.