The rescheduled event will be held on July 24, marking the completion of efforts to gather in April that were abruptly interrupted by the shooting.
WASHINGTON — The White House Correspondents’ Association has officially rescheduled its annual dinner for later this summer.
Association president Jiang Weijia announced the new dates in a statement on Tuesday. social media posts.
Jiang said the event, which will be held on July 24, marks the association’s efforts to complete a gathering that was abruptly interrupted by the shooting in April.
This year’s first White House Correspondents’ Dinner descended into chaos on April 25, when gunman opens fire Held at the Washington Hilton Hotel during the annual meeting.
Authorities said the suspect broke into a secure area and opened fire in what investigators later said was an apparent attempt to target President Donald Trump.
One Secret Service agent was injured, law enforcement officers secured the scene and attendees were evacuated.
In the weeks after the shooting, the association weighed several different options for the dinner. according to wall street journalorganizers are considering hosting a smaller event focused on journalism awards and scholarships rather than trying to immediately recreate the traditional pageant.
May, Associated Press In the wake of the attacks, some media ethicists and press freedom advocates have questioned the future of the dinner, while others believe the event remains an important fundraiser for journalism scholarships.
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner is a high-profile gathering that honors journalism, awards scholarships and recognizes excellence in reporting.
While the event is often associated with presidential appearances and comedy performances, its core mission is to support the work of journalists who cover the White House and help future generations enter the industry.
