Condemning the politically motivated attack on April 25, 2026, at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner and denouncing political violence.
Committee on House Administration, Homeland Security Committee, Judiciary Committee
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The resolution unequivocally condemns a politically motivated attack that took place on April 25, 2026, at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, where shots were fired and President Trump and other officials were evacuated. It highlights the gunman's stated intent to target President Trump and administration officials, emphasizing the premeditated nature of the violence. This act is denounced as antithetical to democratic principles, following what is described as a troubling escalation in politically motivated violence. Beyond condemnation, the resolution calls for several actions to address political violence and ensure future safety. It commends law enforcement agencies , including the Secret Service, FBI, and local police, for their courageous and professional response to the attack. Furthermore, it urges United States citizens to resolve differences peacefully through open discussion and civil debate, and calls upon all elected officials, public figures, and media organizations to reject rhetoric that encourages political violence . Finally, the resolution reiterates the urgency of passing a Department of Homeland Security funding bill, specifically including robust funding for the United States Secret Service, to protect national leaders and citizens.
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Submitted in House
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Submitted in House
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Government Operations and Politics
Condemning the politically motivated attack on April 25, 2026, at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner and denouncing political violence.
USA119th CongressHRES-1216| House
| Updated: 4/27/2026
The resolution unequivocally condemns a politically motivated attack that took place on April 25, 2026, at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, where shots were fired and President Trump and other officials were evacuated. It highlights the gunman's stated intent to target President Trump and administration officials, emphasizing the premeditated nature of the violence. This act is denounced as antithetical to democratic principles, following what is described as a troubling escalation in politically motivated violence. Beyond condemnation, the resolution calls for several actions to address political violence and ensure future safety. It commends law enforcement agencies , including the Secret Service, FBI, and local police, for their courageous and professional response to the attack. Furthermore, it urges United States citizens to resolve differences peacefully through open discussion and civil debate, and calls upon all elected officials, public figures, and media organizations to reject rhetoric that encourages political violence . Finally, the resolution reiterates the urgency of passing a Department of Homeland Security funding bill, specifically including robust funding for the United States Secret Service, to protect national leaders and citizens.
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Timeline
Submitted in House
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Submitted in House
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.