April 27, 2026
Obama sets internet ablaze with 'sick' reaction to the 'motive' of WHCD shooter
Former President Obama faces backlash after questioning the motive behind the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting in a viral X post.
TL;DR
- Former President Barack Obama's X post questioning the motive of the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter has gone viral and drawn sharp criticism.
- Conservatives accused Obama of downplaying the motive, pointing to a manifesto left by the shooter, Cole Allen, which indicated an intent to harm Trump administration officials.
- Critics, including EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and Rep. Abe Hamadeh, stated the motive was obvious and politically motivated.
- The suspect, Cole Allen, is alleged to have expressed anti-Trump and anti-Christian rhetoric and intended to target Trump administration officials.
- Allen has been charged with firearm and assault offenses, with more charges expected.