King Charles III and Queen Camilla landed at Joint Base Andrews for a four-day state visit, their first since 2022, meeting President Trump at the White House amid discussions of the "special relationship" and security concerns.
Suspect Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old computer engineer from California, was charged with three federal crimes, including attempted assassination of President Trump, following the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting.'
The White House is reviewing presidential security protocols after the Correspondents' Dinner shooting, with Republicans seeking federal funds for a new Trump ballroom, while others, including Whoopi Goldberg, debated the need for improved event spaces and security measures.'
Oil futures rose and gold/silver slid as US-Iran peace talks stalled, prompting Germany's Finance Ministry to consider lifting debt restrictions and Rachel Reeves to eye a rent freeze in the UK to mitigate war fallout.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada will create its first sovereign wealth fund, the Canada Strong Fund, with an initial $18 billion, to finance major infrastructure projects and develop resources, aiming to distance the economy from the US.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated the US is being "humiliated" by Iran's leadership, suggesting the Trump administration is being outwitted at the negotiating table as peace talks remain at an impasse.
Following the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, figures like Jennifer Newsom criticized Trump, while Karoline Leavitt blamed Democrats for inspiring violence, and some claimed the attempt was staged. Bruce Springsteen also offered prayers for Trump's safety.'
Iran proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade and the war ends, focusing on the waterway while postponing nuclear discussions, though US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated US cannot accept Iran retaining control.
Pope Leo and Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally prayed together at the Vatican in a historic encounter, highlighting deepening ties between Christian denominations while acknowledging longstanding differences on women's ordination.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby confirmed he approached American Airlines about a merger, arguing it would benefit travelers, but American declined to engage, making the large-scale deal impossible without a willing partner.