Man Pleads Not Guilty in White House Dinner Attack

Cole Tomas Allen, accused of storming the White House Correspondents' Association dinner armed and attempting to assassinate President Trump, pleaded not guilty. The defense seeks to disqualify top Justice Department officials from the case, while Allen faces several charges and a potential life sentence if convicted.

Cole Tomas Allen, accused of storming the White House Correspondents' Association dinner armed with guns and knives, entered a not guilty plea on Monday for attempted assassination of President Donald Trump. A shotgun was reportedly fired at a Secret Service officer during the incident.

Allen's legal defense is seeking the disqualification of certain Justice Department officials, citing potential conflicts of interest as these officials were present during the attack. The defense also questioned the scope of their recusal request to the presiding judge.

Allen, 31, faces multiple charges, including assaulting a federal officer and firearms violations, which could lead to a life sentence if sealed. Initially placed on suicide watch after his arrest, Allen was removed after jail officials assessed his condition.