'Violence Has No Place In Democracy': PM Modi Relieved As US President Trump, First Lady, VP Safe After Gunfire At WH Correspondents' Dinner
· Free Press Journal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed relief that US President Donald Trump, the First Lady and the Vice President were safe and unharmed after multiple gunshots were fired at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, DC.
Relieved to learn that President Trump, the First Lady and Vice President are safe and unharmed following the recent security incident at a Washington DC hotel. I extend my best wishes for their continued safety and well-being. Violence has no place in a democracy and must be…
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 26, 2026
His statement came as Panic broke out at the Washington Hilton on Saturday night after multiple gunshots were heard near the magnetometer screening area, sending hundreds of journalists, politicians, and celebrities scrambling for cover. US President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and other top officials were swiftly evacuated by Secret Service agents as chaos unfolded inside the packed banquet hall.
Coming back to Prime Minister's statement, he said he was 'relieved' to learn that all were safe and extended his best wishes for their continued well-being. The Prime Minister also strongly condemned violence, stating that it has no place in a democracy.
Taking to his official handle on X, PM Modi Said, "Relieved to learn that President Trump, the First Lady and Vice President are safe and unharmed following the recent security incident at a Washington DC hotel. I extend my best wishes for their continued safety and well-being. Violence has no place in a democracy and must be unequivocally condemned."