LIVE: Donald Trump speaks at do-over of White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington DC

WHCA President's Remarks [00:52:55]

• The 2026 White House Correspondents Dinner marked a tradition spanning over a century, emphasizing the shared meal and dialogue between the president and the press corps.
• The dinner acknowledged the resilience of the press and the nation following an assassination attempt on the president, underscoring a message of unity against political violence.
• The event aimed to honor individuals whose courage prevented worse outcomes, celebrate colleagues' work, support aspiring journalists, and uphold the First Amendment.

  "Whatever may divide us, we stand together against political violence."

President Trump's Address [03:04:44]

• President Trump expressed his delight at being at the White House Correspondents Dinner, noting it was a familiar venue he had built.
• He reflected on the previous dinner's interruption by an attack, emphasizing the need for the event to continue as a show of resolve against political violence.
• Trump discussed his administration's achievements, his relationship with the press, and the importance of security, including the construction of new facilities.

  "But tonight we come back together to answer that heinous attack with unwavering resolve."

Mentalist Performance [04:09:39]

• The mentalist O Pearlman engaged the audience with interactive mind-reading demonstrations, involving audience members and the President.
• Pearlman's performance included guessing individuals' thoughts, predicting future actions, and involving audience members in calculations and personal revelations.
• The act aimed to entertain and showcase the power of the mind, with Pearlman emphasizing his ability to connect with the audience's thoughts and emotions.

  "Everyone imagine at this moment you spin that globe and you stop anywhere random. Bam. Go for it."

Scholarship and Award Presentations [01:11:01]

• The White House Correspondents Association awarded scholarships to journalism students, highlighting the importance of supporting the next generation of reporters.
• Several journalism awards were presented, recognizing excellence in White House coverage, reporting under deadline pressure, visual journalism, and courage in reporting.
• The Dunigan Payne Award for Lifetime Achievement was presented to Melissa Young and Susan Walsh, honoring their barrier-breaking careers as photojournalists.

  "The WHCA and our partners want to went to great lengths to make sure as many of our scholars as possible could be be be here tonight with us."