Cole Allen, 31, was charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump, assaulting an officer or employee of the United States with a deadly weapon, and two other related firearms charges: transportation of a firearm and ammunition through interstate commerce with intent to commit a felony and using, carrying, brandishing, and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence.
Allen allegedly fired a shotgun during the April 25 black-tie gala for journalists and public officials, hitting a Secret Service agent while attempting to enter the room where the dinner was being held.
Allen’s charge of assaulting a U.S. officer marks the first time he has been formally accused of shooting a Secret Service agent.
Allen has agreed to remain detained until his trial and has not yet entered a plea.
Prosecutors alleged that Allen “knowingly attempted to kill the president of the United States” in court filings.
Allen’s manifesto, which was
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