President Trump returned Friday to the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner in Washington, appearing at the annual event three months after a shooting disrupted the gathering.
His return gave the dinner added political weight, as the event resumed under the shadow of the earlier violence. Trump signaled that the occasion would move forward despite what had happened, turning his appearance into a statement about the dinner's continuation.
During his speech, Trump used the platform to go after several familiar targets. According to the available account, he criticized political opponents, members of the press and even some people within his own cabinet.
The White House Correspondents' Dinner is usually a closely watched meeting point for Washington politics and media. Trump's appearance this year stood out not only because of the recent shooting, but also because he used the high-profile setting for a sharp and confrontational address.
