During a press briefing in the Oval Office on Thursday, the media inquired about the shooting that occurred during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday. Reporters asked President Donald Trump if he was feeling “nervous” about the possibility of another assassination attempt, as there have already been multiple efforts in the past.
Trump said, “I don’t think about it… If I did, I wouldn’t be effective.”
"How nervous are you about it happening again, another assassination attempt?" @POTUS: "I don't think about it. If I did, I wouldn't be effective." pic.twitter.com/q6OVmTLE8z
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) April 30, 2026
That’s a rather astonishing response. However, after Saturday, it seems he has taken a very calm, zen-like approach to the situation. He was surprisingly composed on Saturday, even giving a briefing immediately after the incident. His main concern appeared to be checking on and reassuring everyone else involved.
Next, Trump was asked if there had been any discussions about him wearing a bulletproof vest. He responded with something genuinely hilarious, and it had the normally hostile press corps laughing hysterically:
It comes in mens and womens and lets your friends know you're happy to express your views and don't care what anyone thinks! Cheers!
“I don’t know if I can handle looking 20 pounds heavier.”
The reporter couldn't help but laugh ?
Q: Are there talks about you wearing a bulletproof vest?@POTUS: "I don't know if I can handle looking 20 pounds heavier." ? pic.twitter.com/II4WS2lLfa
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) April 30, 2026
Geniunely funny, this president. I can’t remember the last time I saw a Democrat crack a joke that was even remotely funny, and certainly not this kind of self-depravating humor.
Trump is genuinely one of a kind.
