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Suspect in White House Dinner Shooting Identified as California Teacher

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Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old from Torrance, California, has been identified as the suspect in the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner. Allen, who worked as a part-time teacher and video game developer, was subdued near the event attended by President Trump and other officials. His LinkedIn profile reveals he graduated from Caltech in 2017 and holds a master's degree in computer science. He has also developed an indie video game and previously donated to Kamala Harris’ campaign. This incident raises concerns about security at high-profile events and the background of individuals involved.

Key Details: • Cole Tomas Allen is 31 years old and resides in Torrance, California. • He was recognized as 'teacher of the month' by C2 Education in December 2024. • Allen has a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and a master's in computer science. • He has published an indie game titled 'Bohrdom' on Steam.

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