politics
April 26, 2026
Gunfire at the White House correspondents’ dinner is another grim sign of our times
A Washington DC event descending into panic and fear after gunshots is, sadly, of a piece with the chaotic tragedy of our times
TL;DR
- The White House Correspondents' Dinner shifted from a celebrity event to a scene of panic and fear due to gunshots.
- Donald Trump's presidency is characterized by hostility towards journalists and a general increase in violence and division.
- The author contrasts the current chaotic state of Washington with his previous experiences, describing it as a 'chaotic tragedy'.