Trump Roasts Democrats at White House Correspondents' Dinner: A Night to Forget The annual White House Correspondents' Dinner has long been a staple of American politics, bringing together journalists and politicians in a rare moment of levity.
For decades, the dinner's keynote speaker has used humor to deflect criticism and build bridges between the press corps and the administration. This year, however, was different.
President Trump took the stage, armed with his trademark bluster and willingness to trade blows – not just with the press but also with his Democratic opponents.