Vance Recalls Harrowing Moments Following WHCD Shooting — Says It's Time for the Left to Look in Mirror
Vice President JD Vance recounted his experience during the chaotic moments of the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, describing confusion and fear as Secret Service agents evacuated him. He praised the Secret Service for their response and expressed relief that the agent who was shot was not seriously injured. Vance also asserted that political violence in the U.S. is largely driven by one side, urging those on the left to reflect on their rhetoric and its potential consequences.
- ▪Vice President JD Vance was present at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when gunshots were fired, prompting a rapid evacuation by Secret Service agents.
- ▪Initially, Vance believed a Secret Service agent had been seriously injured or killed, but later learned the agent was not seriously hurt.
- ▪Vance claimed that political violence in the U.S. is predominantly coming from one side of the political spectrum.
- ▪He called on individuals on the left to examine their role in fostering violent rhetoric, particularly in relation to figures like Charlie Kirk.
- ▪Vance emphasized that political disagreement should not justify or encourage violence against opponents.
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Vance Recalls Harrowing Moments Following WHCD Shooting — Says It's Time for the Left to Look in Mirror By Bob Hoge | 12:15 PM on April 30, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser Vice President JD Vance appeared on Fox News’ The Will Cain Show Wednesday and told the nerve-racking story of what it was like to be at the White House Correspondents’ dinner Saturday night when gunshots broke out.
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