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Governor of Yaroslavl, Russia: Russia said it had repelled a drone attack on the Yaroslavl region.

According to CBS: During the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the suspect fired at least five to eight shots.

According to CBS: The suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting admitted that his target was Trump administration officials.

President of Israel: I am pleased to know that President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President Vance, U.S. leaders, and guests of the White House Correspondents' Dinner were all safe and sound during this shooting incident.

Mayor of Washington, D.C.: (Regarding the security incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner) A man with a gun rushed towards Secret Service personnel in the lobby and was restrained by a Secret Service agent. There is no reason to believe there are others involved.

According to the Associated Press: U.S. federal prosecutors say the suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting has been charged with gun and assault charges.

US President Trump: They are fully prepared tonight and everything is under control.

US President Trump: They think he is a lone wolf attacker, and I think so too.

U.S. President Trump: (asked if he was a target) I guess so.

US President Trump: Security on site is very tight.

U.S. President Trump: (asked if the shooting was related to the conflict with Iran) I don’t think so.

Canadian Prime Minister Carney: Political violence has no place in a democracy and my heart goes out to all those affected by this disturbing incident.

Canadian Prime Minister Carney: It is gratifying to know that President Trump, the First Lady and all guests are safe and sound during tonight's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Branch: Law enforcement agencies are applying for a search warrant. The investigation is ongoing and charges in the shooting will be filed as soon as possible.

U.S. President Trump stated on social platforms that failure to pass the "Save America Act" would lead to the worst outcome for a political party in the history of the U.S. Senate - it would be an irreversible death wish! ! ! Likewise, regarding the “filibuster” – end it now! ! !

US President Trump: (The suspect) probably acted alone, but we will find out.

President Trump thanked first lady Melania Trump and said it was a traumatic event.

President Trump: The First Lady and I were whisked off the stage.

US President Trump: A police officer was shot but was not seriously injured and is in good condition.

US President Trump: A man crashed into a security checkpoint and the suspect was armed with multiple weapons.