Cole Allen's journey from young athlete and Caltech grad to accused gunman in D.C. attack 42.1%
Los Angeles Times - By Connor Sheets, Paige St. John, Alene Tchekmedyian, Ruben Vives, James Queally - 5/3/2026, 10:00 AM
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Before authorities charged him with attempting to assassinate President Trump and top administration officials in a brazen attack at the Washington Hilton, Cole Tomas Allen lived what those who knew him described as a quiet, simple existence. He worked as a tutor and enjoyed video games, manga and riding his blue scooter. Acquaintances... more