Grievance Propelled Gala Attack Suspect Across Country, Authorities Say
Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old man from Torrance, California, is accused of charging through security outside the White House Correspondents' dinner and opening fire. Authorities say Allen's writings revealed a grievance against the Trump administration and a desire to target its officials.
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from Torrance, California, is being held in connection with the armed attack at the White House correspondents' dinner. Allen allegedly left behind writings explaining his actions, citing a personal grievance against the Trump administration. He told acquaintances he was going on a trip for an interview or a personal emergency, but authorities say he had a different plan. The writings revealed outrage at White House policies and a desire to target Trump administration officials. Allen is expected to be charged with multiple crimes on Monday. He had previously worked as a tutor and graduated from the California Institute of Technology.
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