Donald Trump says "this has not been an easy evening" about enduring the award ceremony

President Donald Trump addressed the White House Correspondents Dinner on Friday night, an event that had been postponed following a security incident in April when a gunman attempted to breach the venue. During his remarks, Trump responded to a segment honoring journalistic coverage of his administration, commenting on the difficulty of enduring the award ceremony. He also joked about the increased security presence, noting that attendees wore bulletproof vests, and made playful references to figures like Rosie O’Donnell and the media’s dependence on him for their business. Trump acknowledged the press’s challenging role while expressing mixed feelings about their fairness. The evening included recognition of Secret Service Police Officer Victor Gonzales, who helped stop the April assailant.