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DOJ officials allowed to remain in prosecution of Correspondents Dinner shooting suspect
By Daniel Miller at FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
A judge rejected a bid to disqualify top Justice Department officials from leading the prosecution of Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The decision to allow top Justice Department officials to remain in the prosecution of Cole Allen has implications for the Dallas-Fort Worth area, where residents are no strangers to high-profile cases and the complexities of federal investigations. As the case against Allen moves forward, local observers will be watching to see how the prosecution navigates the intricacies of federal law and the potential consequences for national security. The fact that the attempted assassination was targeted at a prominent public figure like President Donald Trump raises questions about the potential for copycat crimes or other threats to public safety in the region. With its proximity to major metropolitan areas and high-profile events, the Trophy Club community and surrounding areas may need to reassess their own security measures and emergency response plans in light of this and similar cases.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
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