Former President Barack Obama is facing criticism on social media for his response to the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, which many viewed as a swipe at President Donald Trump. Obama's statement called for unity and restraint, but did not mention Trump.
The shooting occurred at the Washington Hilton, where 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen opened fire and injured a Secret Service officer. Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and other officials were rushed out of the scene.
Obama's message thanked the Secret Service for their courage and sacrifice, but did not mention the motive behind the attack. However, Trump later revealed that Allen was driven by deep hatred, anti-Christian rhetoric, and violent intent, as outlined in his manifesto.
According to federal officials, Allen sent the manifesto to family members shortly before the shooting, in which he referred to himself as the 'Friendly Federal Assassin' and expressed hatred towards Christians.
