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DOJ officials allowed to remain in prosecution of Correspondents Dinner shooting suspect
By Daniel Miller at FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
A judge rejected a bid to disqualify top Justice Department officials from leading the prosecution of Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The decision to allow top Justice Department officials to remain in the prosecution of Cole Allen has implications for the Dallas-Fort Worth area, where residents are likely to follow the case closely. As a community within the larger metropolitan area, Frisco 's own law enforcement and judicial systems may take note of the proceedings, particularly in terms of how high-profile cases are handled. The fact that the judge rejected the bid to disqualify the Justice Department officials suggests that the prosecution will move forward with significant resources and expertise. Locals may be interested in seeing how this case compares to other high-profile prosecutions in the region, and whether the outcome will have any ripple effects on local law enforcement policies or procedures. The case's connection to the White House Correspondents' Association dinner also raises questions about the intersection of national politics and local justice systems.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News ·
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