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politics29 days ago•2 min saved

California man accused of attempting to assassinate Trump at DC dinner remains in custody

A 31-year-old California man, Cole Tomas Allen, agreed to stay in custody as his federal case advances after allegedly rushing a security checkpoint at the Washington Hilton and firing a shotgun toward the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner where Donald Trump and other officials were seated; prosecutors say he traveled from Torrance, CA with multiple weapons, planned a mass shooting, and intended to target Trump, while defense lawyers question aspects of the government’s case, including whether a Secret Service agent was shot. The event was evacuated and Allen has not entered a plea.

via The Guardian|

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politics1 year ago•3 min saved

"Attempted Trump Assassination Sparks National Debate"

Washington residents and visitors are still in shock 24 hours after an attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The suspect, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, is under investigation. Trump, who is doing well, will continue his campaign. President Biden and Vice President Harris condemned the violence and called for unity.

via KOMO News|

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politicsworld-news2 years ago•1 min saved

"South Korean Opposition Leader Stabbed, Prompting Increased Political Security Measures"

South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-Myung is in the ICU after being stabbed in the neck during a press conference in Busan. He underwent surgery for internal jugular vein reconstruction and is conscious but with restricted visitation. The attacker, who approached Lee under the guise of asking for an autograph, is in custody, and the police are investigating the incident. The attack occurred as Lee was visiting the site of a new airport in Busan.

via ABC News|

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politicsworld-news2 years ago•3 min saved

"Stabbing of South Korean Opposition Leader Escalates Pre-Election Political Strife"

South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung was stabbed in the neck by an assailant during a visit to Busan. The attack occurred after Lee toured a proposed airport site and was approached by the attacker under the guise of seeking an autograph. Lee was airlifted to a Seoul hospital for surgery and was conscious after the attack. The 67-year-old suspect was detained and is being investigated for attempted murder. The incident has been condemned by Lee's Democratic Party as a terrorist attack and a threat to democracy, while President Yoon Suk Yeol has ordered a thorough investigation, emphasizing that such violence is intolerable. Lee, a vocal critic of the current government and a potential presidential candidate, has previously faced corruption allegations, which he denies.

via ABC News|

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politicscrime2 years ago•3 min saved

"South Korea's Lee Jae-myung Stabbed in Neck During Attack, Now in ICU Recovery"

South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung was stabbed in the neck by an assailant posing as a supporter during a visit to Busan. The attacker, who intended to kill Lee, was subdued by party officials and detained by police. Lee underwent a two-hour operation and is recovering in an intensive care unit. The incident is being investigated as an attempted murder and a "serious threat to democracy" by Lee's Democratic Party. President Yoon Suk Yeol condemned the violence and ordered a thorough investigation. Lee, a vocal critic of the current government, has been involved in a hunger strike and faces ongoing corruption allegations.

via Yahoo News|