US President Donald Trump returned to the White House Correspondents' Dinner, three months after the original event was cancelled following an assassination attempt. Speaking before journalists, lawmakers, and senior officials, Trump reflected on the attack, joked about running for another term, and once again criticized the media and his political opponents.

During his speech, Trump held up a "Trump 2028" cap, joked about seeking a third and even fourth term despite constitutional limits, and mocked what he described as "Trump Derangement Syndrome." The event was held under heightened security with Secret Service, National Guard, and police presence around the venue.

Trump returns to White House Correspondents' Dinner | Jokes about 2028, mocks media & third term

A California man accused of attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump during a White House press gala last month pleaded not guilty before a federal court in Washington on Monday (May 11).&nbsp;Cole Allen, 31, entered the plea during a hearing before Judge Trevor McFadden. Allen appeared in court wearing an orange prison jumpsuit and handcuffs. The court scheduled the next status hearing in the case for June 29.&nbsp;Federal prosecutors have filed four charges against Allen in connection with the April 25 shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner held at a hotel in downtown Washington. He faces charges including attempting to assassinate the president, transporting firearms across state lines to commit a felony, using a firearm during a violent crime and assaulting a federal officer. If convicted, he could face life imprisonment.&nbsp;<h2>Suspect allegedly carried multiple weapons</h2>According to investigators, Allen travelled from California to Washington by train carrying several weapons, including a shotgun, a handgun and multiple knives. Prosecutors described him as a highly educated teacher and engineer.&nbsp;Authorities said Allen never got close to Trump or other guests attending the event. After gunshots were heard, security personnel quickly evacuated Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other officials from the venue.&nbsp;Investigators said Allen was arrested moments after he allegedly crossed a security checkpoint and fired a shot that struck a Secret Service agent in the chest. The officer suffered only minor injuries because he was wearing a bulletproof vest.&nbsp;<h2>Third alleged attempt against Trump in two years</h2>The incident is being described as the third alleged assassination attempt against Trump in less than two years.&nbsp;In 2024, Trump survived a shooting during a campaign rally in Butler, where a gunman killed one audience member and injured Trump in the ear. Months later, another armed suspect was arrested at a golf course in West Palm Beach, where Trump was playing golf.

Allen faces four charges in connection with the April 25 attack at the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner at a downtown Washington hotel and potentially faces life in prison if convicted.

A California man accused of attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump during a White House press gala last month pleaded not guilty before a federal court in Washington on Monday (May 11). Cole Allen, 31, entered the plea during a hearing before Judge Trevor McFadden. Allen appeared in court wearing an orange prison jumpsuit and handcuffs. The court scheduled the next status hearing in the case for June 29. Federal prosecutors have filed four charges against Allen in connection with the April 25 shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner held at a hotel in downtown Washington. He faces charges including attempting to assassinate the president, transporting firearms across state lines to commit a felony, using a firearm during a violent crime and assaulting a federal officer. If convicted, he could face life imprisonment. Suspect allegedly carried multiple weapons According to investigators, Allen travelled from California to Washington by train carrying several weapons, including a shotgun, a handgun and multiple knives. Prosecutors described him as a highly educated teacher and engineer. Authorities said Allen never got close to Trump or other guests attending the event. After gunshots were heard, security personnel quickly evacuated Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other officials from the venue. Investigators said Allen was arrested moments after he allegedly crossed a security checkpoint and fired a shot that struck a Secret Service agent in the chest. The officer suffered only minor injuries because he was wearing a bulletproof vest. Third alleged attempt against Trump in two years The incident is being described as the third alleged assassination attempt against Trump in less than two years. In 2024, Trump survived a shooting during a campaign rally in Butler, where a gunman killed one audience member and injured Trump in the ear. Months later, another armed suspect was arrested at a golf course in West Palm Beach, where Trump was playing golf.

Allen faces four charges in connection with the April 25 attack at the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner at a downtown Washington hotel and potentially faces life in prison if convicted.

Man charged in Trump assassination attempt case pleads not guilty in court

The White House officially launched the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters (PURSUE). The administration stated the program is designed to consolidate previously classified UFO information and make it freely accessible to the public without requiring security clearances.

The White House officially launched the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters (PURSUE). The administration stated the program is designed to consolidate previously classified UFO information and make it freely accessible to the public without requiring security clearances.

UFO Files: What is 'PURSUE' program and why does it aims for maximum transparency

Federal prosecutors on Tuesday (May 5) filed an additional charge against Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump. The new indictment alleges that Allen assaulted a Secret Service officer with a shotgun while rushing through a security checkpoint outside a Washington press gala last month.The grand jury indictment adds a fourth charge to the case. Allen, 31, had already been charged with attempting to assassinate Trump, along with two firearms-related offenses, including discharging a weapon during a violent crime. He was arrested at the Washington Hilton following the incident.&nbsp;Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, who attended the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, said Allen was heavily armed during the attack. He stated Allen rushed security and shot a Secret Service Officer in an attempt to assassinate President Trump, but was stopped thanks to the courageous and immediate response from law enforcement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-s-really-happening-on-the-stranded-cruise-ship-off-cape-verde-as-suspected-hantavirus-cases-to-be-evacuated-after-three-dead-1778024104870">What’s really happening on the stranded cruise ship off Cape Verde as suspected Hantavirus cases to be evacuated after three dead</a>&nbsp;“Under the leadership of President Trump, violent political actors will never win; we will prosecute anyone who engages in these horrific acts to the fullest extent of the law,” Blanche added in a statement Tuesday. The indictment follows earlier uncertainty about whether Allen fired the bullet that struck a Secret Service officer. Officials have since clarified their position.&nbsp;US Attorney Jeanine Pirro addressed the issue on social media, saying, “There is no evidence the shooting was the result of friendly fire.” Secret Service Director Sean Curran also reinforced that conclusion, saying evidence shows the suspect shot the officer before being apprehended. “Our officer heroically returned fire while being shot point-blank range in the chest with a shotgun and was able to get off five shots,” Curran said.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/uk-labour-faces-unprecedented-local-election-losses-amid-voter-shift-1778015702681/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/uk-labour-faces-unprecedented-local-election-losses-amid-voter-shift-1778015702681/embed</a>&nbsp;During a court appearance on Monday, a federal magistrate judge expressed concern over Allen’s jail conditions. Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui apologized to Allen, saying he was “very troubled” by reports that included time on suicide watch and confinement in a constantly lit padded cell. The judge questioned whether those conditions were excessively punitive.&nbsp;Prosecutors noted that Allen told FBI agents he did not expect to survive the attack. “It’s clear he did not expect to survive it, which gives rise to potential concern for suicide,” said Assistant US Attorney Jocelyn Ballantine. The case has now been assigned to U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden, a Trump appointee who previously served as a police officer.

Federal prosecutors add new charge against Cole Allen in Trump assassination attempt case, alleging he shot a Secret Service officer at a Washington gala

Federal prosecutors on Tuesday (May 5) filed an additional charge against Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump. The new indictment alleges that Allen assaulted a Secret Service officer with a shotgun while rushing through a security checkpoint outside a Washington press gala last month. The grand jury indictment adds a fourth charge to the case. Allen, 31, had already been charged with attempting to assassinate Trump, along with two firearms-related offenses, including discharging a weapon during a violent crime. He was arrested at the Washington Hilton following the incident. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, who attended the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, said Allen was heavily armed during the attack. He stated Allen rushed security and shot a Secret Service Officer in an attempt to assassinate President Trump, but was stopped thanks to the courageous and immediate response from law enforcement. Also Read: What’s really happening on the stranded cruise ship off Cape Verde as suspected Hantavirus cases to be evacuated after three dead “Under the leadership of President Trump, violent political actors will never win; we will prosecute anyone who engages in these horrific acts to the fullest extent of the law,” Blanche added in a statement Tuesday. The indictment follows earlier uncertainty about whether Allen fired the bullet that struck a Secret Service officer. Officials have since clarified their position. US Attorney Jeanine Pirro addressed the issue on social media, saying, “There is no evidence the shooting was the result of friendly fire.” Secret Service Director Sean Curran also reinforced that conclusion, saying evidence shows the suspect shot the officer before being apprehended. “Our officer heroically returned fire while being shot point-blank range in the chest with a shotgun and was able to get off five shots,” Curran said. https://www.wionews.com/videos/uk-labour-faces-unprecedented-local-election-losses-amid-voter-shift-1778015702681/embed During a court appearance on Monday, a federal magistrate judge expressed concern over Allen’s jail conditions. Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui apologized to Allen, saying he was “very troubled” by reports that included time on suicide watch and confinement in a constantly lit padded cell. The judge questioned whether those conditions were excessively punitive. Prosecutors noted that Allen told FBI agents he did not expect to survive the attack. “It’s clear he did not expect to survive it, which gives rise to potential concern for suicide,” said Assistant US Attorney Jocelyn Ballantine. The case has now been assigned to U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden, a Trump appointee who previously served as a police officer.

The man accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump faces a new charge for shooting a Secret Service officer at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

White House Correspondents' Dinner: Suspect, Cole Allen, indicted with additional charge for shooting officer

United States President Joe Biden did not hold back as he roasted his predecessor and rival for the upcoming presidential election Donald Trump, during the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, on Saturday (Apr 27).&nbsp;

Meanwhile, hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside the venue chanting “shame on you” as Biden and Washington’s political and media elites arrived.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Sleepy Don’</h2>

The US president began the roast at the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner with multiple jokes directed at Trump including calling him “sleepy Don,” a reference to the nickname “sleepy Joe” that the former president had given Biden previously.&nbsp;

The gathering of hundreds of top journalists, politicians, and celebrities in Washington proved to be a good platform for the president ahead of the upcoming November elections, where he also&nbsp;admonished his Republican rival for his immaturity.&nbsp;

“The 2024 election is in full swing and, yes, age is an issue,” said Biden, 81, who is currently the oldest US president. He added, “I’m a grown man running against a six-year-old.”&nbsp;

“Age is the only thing we have in common. My vice president actually endorses me,” Biden said referring to Trump’s falling out with his former VP Mike Pence, who defied him and certified the results of the 2020 elections.&nbsp;

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The US president also poked fun at Trump’s ongoing hush money trial where the former president was seen at the Manhattan courthouse day after day since it began on April 15. “Donald has had a few tough days lately. You might call it Stormy weather,” said Biden.&nbsp;

The event, which is often referred to as Washington’s “nerd prom,” was hosted by Saturday Night Live (SNL) cast member Colin Jost.&nbsp;

On a serious note, Biden also offered some advice to the journalists gathered calling them to “rise up to the seriousness of the moment”.&nbsp;

“I’m sincerely not asking you to take sides,” said the US president. “I’m asking you to rise up to the seriousness of the moment. Move past the horse race numbers and the gotcha moments and the distractions, the sideshows that have come to dominate and sensationalize our politics, and focus on what's actually at stake.”

<h2>‘Really bad’</h2>

But it seems like Trump was less than amused by the jokes made at his expense as he took to his social media platform Truth Social and called the annual “really bad.”

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“The White House Correspondents’ Dinner was really bad. Colin Jost BOMBED, and Crooked Joe was an absolute disaster! Doesn’t get much worse than this!” the former president wrote.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Shame on you!’</h2>

The annual dinner was also marked by hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters draped in the traditional Palestinian keffiyeh chanting “shame on you!” as Washington’s elites hurried inside for the dinner.

“Western media we see you, and all the horrors that you hide,” crowds chanted at one point, as per the Associated Press.

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United States President Joe Biden did not hold back as he roasted his predecessor and rival for the upcoming presidential election Donald Trump, during the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, on Saturday (Apr 27).

United States President Joe Biden did not hold back as he roasted his predecessor and rival for the upcoming presidential election Donald Trump, during the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, on Saturday (Apr 27). Meanwhile, hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside the venue chanting “shame on you” as Biden and Washington’s political and media elites arrived. ‘Sleepy Don’ The US president began the roast at the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner with multiple jokes directed at Trump including calling him “sleepy Don,” a reference to the nickname “sleepy Joe” that the former president had given Biden previously. The gathering of hundreds of top journalists, politicians, and celebrities in Washington proved to be a good platform for the president ahead of the upcoming November elections, where he also admonished his Republican rival for his immaturity. “The 2024 election is in full swing and, yes, age is an issue,” said Biden, 81, who is currently the oldest US president. He added, “I’m a grown man running against a six-year-old.” “Age is the only thing we have in common. My vice president actually endorses me,” Biden said referring to Trump’s falling out with his former VP Mike Pence, who defied him and certified the results of the 2020 elections. Also Read | Protesters put up giant Palestinian flag at venue of Biden's White House event The US president also poked fun at Trump’s ongoing hush money trial where the former president was seen at the Manhattan courthouse day after day since it began on April 15. “Donald has had a few tough days lately. You might call it Stormy weather,” said Biden. The event, which is often referred to as Washington’s “nerd prom,” was hosted by Saturday Night Live (SNL) cast member Colin Jost. On a serious note, Biden also offered some advice to the journalists gathered calling them to “rise up to the seriousness of the moment”. “I’m sincerely not asking you to take sides,” said the US president. “I’m asking you to rise up to the seriousness of the moment. Move past the horse race numbers and the gotcha moments and the distractions, the sideshows that have come to dominate and sensationalize our politics, and focus on what's actually at stake.” ‘Really bad’ But it seems like Trump was less than amused by the jokes made at his expense as he took to his social media platform Truth Social and called the annual “really bad.” Also Read | More than 100 protesters detained at Boston's Northeastern University as police clear pro-Palestinian camp “The White House Correspondents’ Dinner was really bad. Colin Jost BOMBED, and Crooked Joe was an absolute disaster! Doesn’t get much worse than this!” the former president wrote. ‘Shame on you!’ The annual dinner was also marked by hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters draped in the traditional Palestinian keffiyeh chanting “shame on you!” as Washington’s elites hurried inside for the dinner. “Western media we see you, and all the horrors that you hide,” crowds chanted at one point, as per the Associated Press. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Grown man running against a 6-year-old’: Biden roasts Trump at White House correspondents’ dinner

US President Joe Biden while appearing at the &nbsp;White House correspondents' dinner in Washington on Saturday made fun of his own declining approval ratings while taking a dig at ex-president Trump.

"I'm really excited to be here tonight with the only group of Americans with a lower approval rating than I have," Biden said.

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Biden, 79, said: "This is the first time the president has attended this dinner in six years, it’s understandable. We had a horrible plague – followed by two years of Covid,” while taking a swipe at Trump. The traditional dinner which is being attended by US presidents was cancelled for the last two years due to the pandemic.

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“Just imagine if my predecessor came to this dinner this year. Now that would really have been a real coup if that occurred,” the US president added as the crowd erupted.

This time the visitors had to be tested for the virus as the White House said President Biden may wear a mask when he is not speaking.

The White House correspondents association dinner is held every year to celebrate reporters who cover the White House and it raises funds for scholarships.&nbsp;

The gala this time was attended by US secretary of state Antony Blinken including Biden's cabinet ministers and journalists from&nbsp;US networks.

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US President Joe Biden while appearing at the White House correspondents' dinner in Washington on Saturday made fun of his own declining approval ratings while taking a dig at ex-president Trump.

US President Joe Biden while appearing at the White House correspondents' dinner in Washington on Saturday made fun of his own declining approval ratings while taking a dig at ex-president Trump. "I'm really excited to be here tonight with the only group of Americans with a lower approval rating than I have," Biden said. Also Read: Biden's plan to set up 'truth ministry' gets panned from his opponents Biden, 79, said: "This is the first time the president has attended this dinner in six years, it’s understandable. We had a horrible plague – followed by two years of Covid,” while taking a swipe at Trump. The traditional dinner which is being attended by US presidents was cancelled for the last two years due to the pandemic. Watch: Biden holds traditional Easter Egg roll after gap of 2 years “Just imagine if my predecessor came to this dinner this year. Now that would really have been a real coup if that occurred,” the US president added as the crowd erupted. This time the visitors had to be tested for the virus as the White House said President Biden may wear a mask when he is not speaking. The White House correspondents association dinner is held every year to celebrate reporters who cover the White House and it raises funds for scholarships. The gala this time was attended by US secretary of state Antony Blinken including Biden's cabinet ministers and journalists from US networks. (With inputs from Agencies) Watch WION LIVE Here

We had a horrible plague, followed by two years of Covid, Biden takes a dig at Trump

The White House Correspondents' Dinner for this year has been moved to a new date owing to the coronavirus crisis.

The new date is now August 29, moving from April 25.

In the announcement, the White House Correspondents' Association statement read: "While our hearts are heavy for those that have been lost and for those still suffering during this ongoing crisis, we are hopeful for the day when we can all resume normal life. After consulting with public health and medical officials, the WHCA looks forward to honoring the first amendment and the important work of the journalists at our annual dinner on Saturday, August 29, 2020."

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The Dinner will still be taken over by Saturday Night Live cast member Kenan Thompson as host with Hasan Minhaj returning to the dinner as featured entertainer.

This comes at a time when the US and rest of the world has shut theatres and all film productions, shoots have been canned due to current scenario.&nbsp;

The White House Correspondents' Dinner for this year has been moved to a new date owing to the coronavirus crisis. The new date is now August 29, moving from April 25.

The White House Correspondents' Dinner for this year has been moved to a new date owing to the coronavirus crisis. The new date is now August 29, moving from April 25. In the announcement, the White House Correspondents' Association statement read: "While our hearts are heavy for those that have been lost and for those still suffering during this ongoing crisis, we are hopeful for the day when we can all resume normal life. After consulting with public health and medical officials, the WHCA looks forward to honoring the first amendment and the important work of the journalists at our annual dinner on Saturday, August 29, 2020." New Date, same mission for 2020 #WHCA Dinner pic.twitter.com/KDVTspOugf — WHCA (@whca) April 13, 2020 × The Dinner will still be taken over by Saturday Night Live cast member Kenan Thompson as host with Hasan Minhaj returning to the dinner as featured entertainer. This comes at a time when the US and rest of the world has shut theatres and all film productions, shoots have been canned due to current scenario.

White House Correspondents' Dinner rescheduled for August

Hasan Minhaj, an American comedian of Indian heritage, roasted United States President Donald Trump at this year&#39;s White House Correspondents&#39; Dinner.

Though Trump decided to skip the event, and in hindsight a wise decision, Minhaj chose to take scathing potshots at the president.

Following are some of the biting remarks aimed at Trump.

&quot;I would say it is an honour to be here, but that would be an alternative fact. It is not. No one wanted to do this. So of course it lands in the hands of an immigrant.

Don Rickles died just so you wouldn&#39;t ask him to do this gig, all right? RIP to Don Rickles, the only Donald with skin thick enough to take a joke like that.&quot;

Minhaj, who is a senior correspondent for The Daily Show, also revealed that he was asked to not make fun of the current administration.

But he decided to flay Trump and his team as he did not want to be one of those immigrants who wanted to &quot;fit in&quot;.

&quot; We have to address the elephant that&#39;s not in the room: the leader of our country is not here. And that&#39;s because he lives in Moscow; it is a very long flight. It would be hard for Vlad to make it. Vlad can&#39;t just make it on a Saturday. As for the other guy, I think he&#39;s in Pennsylvania because he can&#39;t take a joke.

There was also another elephant in the room, but Donald Trump junior shot it and cut off its tail.&quot;

&quot;[Donald Trump] tweets at 3am&nbsp;sober. Who is tweeting at 3am&nbsp;sober? Donald Trump, because it&#39;s 10am&nbsp;in Russia. Those are business hours.&quot;

He also imbued sarcasm in his nearly 26-minute long speech which especially came to the fore when he saw logic and comfort in watching Trump play golf instead of being present at the White House.

&quot;A lot of people in the media say that Donald Trump goes golfing too much &ndash; which raises a very important question: Why do you care? Do you want to know what he&#39;s not doing when he&#39;s golfing? Being President. Let the man putt-putt. The longer you keep him distracted, the longer we&#39;re not at war with North Korea.&quot;

Minhaj trained his gun at White House chief strategist &nbsp;Steve Bannon as well, proving no-one in the Trump camp was beyond derision.

&quot;Now a lot of people think Steve Bannon is the reason Donald Trump dog whistles to racists. And that is just not true. Ask Steve Bannon.&quot;

&quot;Is Steve Bannon here? I do not see Steve Bannon. I do not see Steve Bannon,&quot; he asked increasingly emphasizing his words for effect. &quot;Not see Steve Bannon. Not see Steve Bannon. Nazi Steve Bannon.&quot;

He further said: &quot;This has been one of the strangest events I&#39;ve ever done in my life. I&#39;m being honest with you. I feel like I&#39;m a tribute in&nbsp; The Hunger Games.&nbsp;If this goes poorly, Steve Bannon gets to eat me.&quot;

Trump, who became the first president to skip the correspondents&#39;&nbsp;dinner since Ronald Reagan did in 1981, was addressing an election campaign-styled speech in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to mark his 100th day in office.

The 70-year-old president took time out to take a dig at the dinner.

&quot;A large group of Hollywood actors and Washington media are consoling each other in a hotel ballroom in our nation&rsquo;s capital right now.

And I could not possibly be more thrilled than to be more than 100 miles away from Washington&rsquo;s swamp, spending my evening with all of you and with a much, much larger crowd and much better people, right?&quot;

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Minhaj, who is a reporter for The Daily Show, used the platform to roast the US president

Hasan Minhaj, an American comedian of Indian heritage, roasted United States President Donald Trump at this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner. Though Trump decided to skip the event, and in hindsight a wise decision, Minhaj chose to take scathing potshots at the president. Following are some of the biting remarks aimed at Trump. "I would say it is an honour to be here, but that would be an alternative fact. It is not. No one wanted to do this. So of course it lands in the hands of an immigrant. Don Rickles died just so you wouldn't ask him to do this gig, all right? RIP to Don Rickles, the only Donald with skin thick enough to take a joke like that." Minhaj, who is a senior correspondent for The Daily Show, also revealed that he was asked to not make fun of the current administration. But he decided to flay Trump and his team as he did not want to be one of those immigrants who wanted to "fit in". " We have to address the elephant that's not in the room: the leader of our country is not here. And that's because he lives in Moscow; it is a very long flight. It would be hard for Vlad to make it. Vlad can't just make it on a Saturday. As for the other guy, I think he's in Pennsylvania because he can't take a joke. There was also another elephant in the room, but Donald Trump junior shot it and cut off its tail." "[Donald Trump] tweets at 3am sober. Who is tweeting at 3am sober? Donald Trump, because it's 10am in Russia. Those are business hours." He also imbued sarcasm in his nearly 26-minute long speech which especially came to the fore when he saw logic and comfort in watching Trump play golf instead of being present at the White House. "A lot of people in the media say that Donald Trump goes golfing too much – which raises a very important question: Why do you care? Do you want to know what he's not doing when he's golfing? Being President. Let the man putt-putt. The longer you keep him distracted, the longer we're not at war with North Korea." Minhaj trained his gun at White House chief strategist Steve Bannon as well, proving no-one in the Trump camp was beyond derision. "Now a lot of people think Steve Bannon is the reason Donald Trump dog whistles to racists. And that is just not true. Ask Steve Bannon." "Is Steve Bannon here? I do not see Steve Bannon. I do not see Steve Bannon," he asked increasingly emphasizing his words for effect. "Not see Steve Bannon. Not see Steve Bannon. Nazi Steve Bannon." He further said: "This has been one of the strangest events I've ever done in my life. I'm being honest with you. I feel like I'm a tribute in The Hunger Games. If this goes poorly, Steve Bannon gets to eat me." Trump, who became the first president to skip the correspondents' dinner since Ronald Reagan did in 1981, was addressing an election campaign-styled speech in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to mark his 100th day in office. The 70-year-old president took time out to take a dig at the dinner. "A large group of Hollywood actors and Washington media are consoling each other in a hotel ballroom in our nation’s capital right now. And I could not possibly be more thrilled than to be more than 100 miles away from Washington’s swamp, spending my evening with all of you and with a much, much larger crowd and much better people, right?" (Video courtesy: Global News, YouTube) (WION)

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