Buckingham Palace has confirmed that King Charles's security is being reviewed ahead of his state visit to the US this week, following a shooting incident at a dinner attended by Donald Trump in Washington DC. The palace stated that the visit will proceed as planned, with modest adjustments to some engagements.
On Saturday night, guests at the White House correspondents' dinner hid under tables after gunshots were heard. The Secret Service evacuated the president and other officials. One officer wearing a bulletproof vest was shot and taken to hospital, but no one was killed.
The suspect, 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen from Torrance, California, was arrested on suspicion of assaulting an officer with a dangerous weapon. He was reportedly carrying a shotgun and handgun.
In a statement, Buckingham Palace said: 'Following discussions on both sides of the Atlantic through the day, and acting on advice of government, we can confirm the state visit by their majesties will proceed as planned.' The king and queen expressed gratitude to those who worked to ensure the visit continues.
Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister Darren Jones said the UK and US are 'working closely to ensure that security arrangements are put appropriately in place.' The king is due to visit Virginia, New York, and Washington DC over four days, including a private meeting with the president and a state banquet.
