"CATASTROPHIC Failure!" Trump Dinner Assassination Attempt & Royal Visit | With Kari Lake

The security arrangements at the White House Correspondents Dinner were severely inadequate, allowing an armed individual, Cole Allen, to book a hotel room, bring multiple weapons, and approach the ballroom where the President and line of succession were present. Kari Lake, an attendee, noted that tickets were not properly inspected, and no ID was required for entry, creating an easily exploitable vulnerability.

Kari Lake recounts that upon entering the Hilton, staff only asked if she had a ticket and nodded her in without inspecting it or asking for ID. The alleged gunman mocked the lack of security in his manifesto, writing, 'This level of incompetence is insane.' Piers Morgan highlights the attacker's ability to 'breeze past security, arms to the teeth, and sprint toward a ballroom'.

Both Kari Lake and Piers Morgan argue that mainstream media's consistent 'hideous rhetoric' and 'constant lies' about Donald Trump have 'poisoned the minds of the American people,' directly contributing to a climate where individuals feel justified in attempting violence against him. They cite examples like comparing Trump to Hitler and calling him a 'dictator'.

Kari Lake states, 'The media has to take some of the blame there. 90% of the people in that ballroom... are part of the mainstream media. And many of them despise the president and have pushed just hideous rhetoric over the past decade about President Trump.' Bill Stanton, a security commentator, attributes the rise of 'self-actualized terrorists' to politicians' and media's 'violent rhetoric'.

Kari Lake describes the surreal experience of hearing gunshots at the dinner and seeing security personnel respond. She uses her experience to advocate for a 'massive overhaul of the media,' including firing journalists and producers who cannot be 'unbiased' and ensuring 'diversity in thought' in newsrooms.

Lake recalls Chris Ruddy telling her, 'Get down. That's gunshots.' She confronted CNN's Jake Tapper, telling him, 'You've been derelict in your duties. You've lied to the people. How do you live with yourself?' She also criticized Norah O'Donnell's 60 Minutes interview for reading the shooter's manifesto to Trump.

Jimmy Kimmel's joke about Melania Trump having the 'glow of an expectant widow' at the White House Correspondents Dinner sparked outrage, particularly after the assassination attempt. Critics argue the joke was tasteless and irresponsible, especially given previous attempts on Trump's life, and that such rhetoric normalizes violence.

Melania Trump responded on X, stating, 'Kimmel hides behind ABC because he knows the network will keep running cover to protect him. Enough is enough. It's time for ABC to take a stand.' Brandon Tatum called the joke 'deranged' and 'distasteful'. Piers Morgan asserted, 'jokes about political violence or about Trump being dead... should be ruled actually unacceptable.'

King Charles III's state visit to the US is taking place under increased security scrutiny following the White House Correspondents Dinner incident. Despite the concerns, the King is expected to remain composed, relying on his experienced protection officers and a meticulously planned itinerary.

Katie Nicholl states, 'I don't think he'll be overly concerned... This is a man who's um you know had shots fired at him himself and who has always remained incredibly calm under any situations that are pressurized.' Bill Stanton advises 'ticked up' security measures for such events, including 'more layers of security' and 'secured venues'.

Both King Charles III and Donald Trump have demonstrated remarkable composure and resilience in the face of direct threats to their lives. This shared trait of 'absolute serenity in the face of extreme danger' is highlighted as a notable characteristic.

Piers Morgan notes, 'President Trump, stealing in his own unique way, was back at the podium joking and selling his new ballroom less than two hours after a gunman attacked the White House correspondents dinner.' He also recalls a 1990s incident where then-Prince Charles 'gave a masterclass... in the stiff upper lip, stopping briefly to adjust his cuff links before laughing it off' after shots were fired.

Donald Trump reportedly holds a deep respect and reverence for the British Royal Family, particularly the late Queen Elizabeth II and now King Charles III. This personal admiration is expected to ensure a smooth and respectful interaction during the King's state visit, despite Trump's often inflammatory public persona.

Joe Elvin suggests, 'King Charles is the one that I think Donald Trump might listen to, might let get a word in edgeways, might actually sort of like have something sink in that that he actually cares about. I feel like he's so reverential about the British royal family.' Katie Nicholl adds, 'He certainly has never said anything critical about Charles or Camila or William or Kate or the queen, late great Queen, who was one of his heroes.'

King Charles III's upcoming address to the US Congress is viewed as a highly significant moment for his reign and for the 'special relationship' between the UK and the US. It offers him a platform to exercise 'soft power' and diplomacy on the international stage, particularly after a period of turmoil for the Royal Family.

Katie Nicholl states, 'This might be the most important address of his reign. And I and I think it I think it very possibly will be.' Grant Harold emphasizes, 'It's a huge honor... this could be a very defining moment... the king's got such an amazing way about him. He's such a he's so good with diplomacy.'