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White House Dinner Returns with Tighter Security | Portland Maine News
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- Jul 21, 2026
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Summary
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner is back — but with a new date, a new venue, and tighter security after a shocking April incident where a man armed with weapons tried to storm the event targeting President Trump. Moving from the Washington Hilton to the Waldorf Astoria, the scaled-down crowd of just 1,300 reflects both safety concerns and a historic shift — including Trump’s first-ever attendance. With secrets kept close and nerves high, this year’s gala promises a tense, high-stakes night for journalists, politicians, and everyone in between. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/034c982c495ff7a7