King Charles on WHCD shooting: ‘Such acts of violence will never succeed’

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King Charles on WHCD shooting: ‘Such acts of violence will never succeed’

Updated 4 days ago
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King Charles III addressed the recent shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner during a speech to Congress, stating that "such acts of violence will never succeed." His remarks received applause from lawmakers. The shooting was described as an attack aimed at harming leadership, with some sources noting it was reminiscent of past political violence, including an assassination attempt on Donald Trump (Washington Times).

What This Means

The shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner raises concerns about political violence and its impact on public safety and civil discourse, as highlighted by King Charles and commentators like Stephen A. Smith.

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King Charles on WHCD shooting: ‘Such acts of violence will never succeed’
NBC News
NBC News
Lean Left
4/28/2026

King Charles on WHCD shooting: ‘Such acts of violence will never succeed’

During his address to Congress, King Charles III spoke about the White House Correspondents' Association dinner shooting saying, “such acts of violence will never succeed,” which drew applause from lawmakers.

King Charles on White House Correspondents' Dinner incident
NBC News
NBC News
Lean Left
4/28/2026

King Charles on White House Correspondents' Dinner incident

While addressing a joint meeting of Congress, King Charles mentions the White House Correspondents' Dinner incident, emphasizing that "such acts of violence will never succeed."

King Charles III cites assassination attempt on Trump, says violence will never succeed
Washington Times4/28/2026

King Charles III cites assassination attempt on Trump, says violence will never succeed

King Charles III of Great Britain on Tuesday acknowledged the attack on the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner during his speech before a joint meeting of Congress. Speaking in the House chamber, Charles said the attack carried out by a gunman Saturday night in Washington “sought to harm the leadership of.

Stephen A Smith tells politicians, media to stop giving 'lip service' on civility after WHCA Dinner shooting
Fox News4/28/2026

Stephen A Smith tells politicians, media to stop giving 'lip service' on civility after WHCA Dinner shooting

Stephen A. Smith recalled being at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner when the recent shooting occurred, saying leaders across the country must actually try to be more civil, not just talk about it. Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith urged everyone involved in politics and the media to stop providing.