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Reporter: Have you been able to determine whether the gunman fired shots? If so, how many shots he fired and who exactly? Whose bullet hit the agent?
Blanche: We’re still looking at that.
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Analysis Summary
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche was asked during a press conference whether investigators have confirmed how many shots the gunman fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner and which bullet struck an agent — Blanche said the investigation is still ongoing. The suspect has been charged with attempting to assassinate Trump and faces potential life imprisonment if convicted. What remains unconfirmed: the exact ballistics, shot count, and which shooter caused specific injuries to those present.
Claims Analysis (3)
“A gunman fired shots at a White House Correspondents' Dinner event attended by President Trump”
Confirmed by NPR, NYT, Politico, CBS — Acting AG Blanche stated the defendant fired his shotgun during the incident.
“The suspect was charged with attempting to assassinate the president”
NPR and NYT both confirm charges include attempting to assassinate Trump; suspect faces potential life sentence if convicted.
“Details about number of shots fired and whether an agent was struck remain under investigation”
Blanche's statement ('We're still looking at that') indicates investigation is ongoing; web sources confirm shots were fired but don't specify exact count or which bullet hit whom.
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