Key Facts

• The event was the White House correspondents’ association dinner held at the Washington Hilton hotel.
• Allen charged past security and fired a shotgun outside the ballroom where President Trump and other officials were present.
• He was arrested after being wrestled to the ground by federal agents who responded with their guns drawn.
• Allen allegedly traveled from Torrance, California, to Washington, DC, armed with guns and knives.
• He faces charges including attempted assassination, using a gun during a violent crime, and illegally transporting weapons across state lines.
• Prosecutors say Allen planned to attack government officials and sent an email referring to targeting administration members.
• Allen’s lawyers argue there are problems with the case and say he has no previous criminal record.
• The Secret Service agent reportedly hit by gunfire was protected by a bulletproof vest and not seriously injured.