Based on multiple news sources (Los Angeles Times, Newsweek, TIME), here is what is known about **Cole Tomas Allen, 31**: ### **Identity & Background** - **Age:** 31 years old - **Residence:** Torrance, California (Los Angeles metropolitan area) - **Education:** - **Caltech (2017):** Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering - **California State University, Dominguez Hills (2025):** Master's degree in Computer Science - **Professional:** Described as a teacher, engineer, scientist, and indie game developer. He worked part-time at **C2 Education** (a tutoring center) and was named "Teacher of the Month" in December 2024. He also developed a game called **"Bohrdom"** (a skill-based, non-violent asymmetrical fighting game) released on Steam. ### **Involvement in Recent Incident** - **Event:** Suspected shooter at the **White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) Dinner** on April 25, 2026, at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C. - **Actions:** Attempted to storm a security checkpoint armed with a **shotgun, a handgun, and multiple knives**. He fired two shots, injuring a Secret Service agent (who was saved by his bulletproof vest). He was apprehended by law enforcement. - **Target:** According to officials, he was targeting members of the Trump administration, "likely including the President." - **Travel:** Took a train from California to Chicago, then to Washington, D.C., and stayed at the Washington Hilton. - **Motive:** Authorities are investigating his writings and social media. President Trump stated Allen's "manifesto" expressed hatred for Christians and anti-Trump rhetoric. His brother reportedly alerted police beforehand. ### **Legal & Political** - **Charges:** Facing charges for using a firearm during a crime of violence and assault on a federal officer with a dangerous weapon. - **Political Affiliation:** Registered as "no party preference." Donated $25 to ActBlue in October 2024, earmarked for Kamala Harris's presidential campaign (his only political donation in the past decade). ### **Additional Notes** - Allen was part of a group called "The Wide Awakes" and attended a "No Kings" protest in California. - He legally purchased his firearms in California over the past few years. - His family was unaware of his weapons; he stored them at his parents' home. This information is based on live news reports from April 25–26, 2026. Further details may emerge as the investigation continues.