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White House Presser Erupts Over Kimmel’s ‘Melania Widow’ Comment & ‘Staged Attack’ Claim

| Apr 28, 2026, 04:00:00 AM | etimes.in
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The White House has described the critical “seconds” between a recent breach and rapid lockdown, highlighting how quickly security forces moved to neutralize the situation. According to a spokesperson, President Donald Trump even insisted on returning to the stage during the incident, while officials credited the Secret Service for their swift response. The administration also pointed to rising political rhetoric as a growing concern linked to increasing threats. Meanwhile, the DOJ and FBI have been praised for releasing verified facts to counter misinformation, firmly dismissing claims that the incident was staged as “crazy nonsense.” Following the scare, the White House has also indicated that new security upgrades could be considered to strengthen future protection protocols.

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