Cole Allen Manifesto Released: Gunman Called Himself 'Friendly Federal Assassin'
Federal officials released the manifesto of Cole Tomas Allen, the 31-year-old man who tried to attack the White House Correspondents' Dinner with a shotgun and pistol. Allen called himself a "friendly federal assassin" and said it was his duty to target Trump administration officials.
Federal authorities released the full manifesto written by Cole Tomas Allen, the 31-year-old man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Allen sent the document to family and friends just before he burst through a security checkpoint armed with a shotgun and pistol.
In the manifesto, Allen called himself a "friendly federal assassin" and outlined his "rules of engagement." He wrote that he believed it was his righteous duty to target officials in the Trump administration.
Allen was stopped by security before reaching any officials at the dinner. The event brings together journalists, politicians, and celebrities in Washington D.C. each year.
The release of the manifesto provides insight into Allen's mindset and planning before the attack attempt. Federal prosecutors are using the document as evidence in their case against him.
This shows how political violence continues to threaten public events and government officials. The manifesto reveals the planning behind attacks on political figures, which affects security at future events where officials appear.
Allen faces federal charges for the assassination attempt. Court hearings will continue as prosecutors build their case.
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