Trump Returns to Press Dinner with Jabs | Fargo News

Trump made a defiant return to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, three months after a shooting forced its cancellation, delivering a mix of dark humor, sharp jabs at journalists and politicians, and a nod to his personal ties to the Waldorf Astoria. While the crowd initially laughed, the mood turned somber as his insults continued. The event honored a Secret Service agent and the Washington Hilton staff for their roles in the security drama, with the press association declaring its resilience. Critics questioned the optics of media elites mingling with those they cover, amid rising tensions between Trump and the press. Ending with a cheeky nod to his 2028 run and a “Trump 2028” cap, he offered a rare moment of faux respect — while still mocking the media’s future without him. 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/4cef72c6c9272ee2