“Absolutely horrifying”: Podcaster Graham Allen reacts as Erica Kirk cries after scary video of White House dinner shooting goes viral
Erica Kirk was seen leaving the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after the shooting scare, and the video is now everywhere online. The event, which started as a formal evening, turned tense late Saturday night when alarms were sounded and security was increased. The guests became confused as news of the firing inside the venue spread. In the midst of that chaos, Erica Kirk walked outside surrounded by officers, clearly shaken and trying to collect herself. The clip shows her with her head bowed and walking quickly as security escorts her out. In a moment, her voice breaks and she says, “I just want to go home. I just want to go home.” That line alone has affected people deeply, especially because of his past. Earlier this year, they lost Charlie Kirk in a shooting, and this moment brought all that pain back.Authorities later confirmed that a man, 31-year-old Cole Allen, had been taken into custody in connection with the incident. Police said he was not injured by the bullet but was still taken for medical examination as per normal procedure. The situation was quickly brought under control and officials say standard safety measures were followed.
Erica Kirk shoots scary video, Graham Allen reacts, chaos at White House correspondents’ dinner
As more videos surfaced, people online started reacting strongly. One of them was podcaster Graham Allen, who called the situation “absolutely horrific”. They focused on Erica Kirk’s emotional state, especially the part where she kept saying she wanted to go home.He wrote on X, “You can hear Erica Kirk saying ‘I just want to go home’ Pray for her!!! Pray for her kids!! What horrors would a woman have to go through?! Absolutely horrible!”His reaction echoed the sentiments of many others. Many people said the video was hard to watch, not only because of the fear at the time, but also because of what Erica Kirk has been through this year.In another clip, she is seen standing outside with Kash Patel and staff members. She looked shaky, still trying to process everything. That moment made the situation even more real for the audience, as it showed the emotional impact after the immediate danger had passed.According to TMZ, D.C. Metropolitan Police Officer Jeff Carroll confirmed that officers followed proper procedure during the response and arrest. Meanwhile, legal action has started. Prosecutors have filed charges that include use of a firearm during a violent act and assault with a dangerous weapon.Inspection officer Jeanine Pirro said the case is now moving through the legal system, with a first court appearance expected on Monday. Investigators are still trying to understand what caused the incident and what the suspect’s intentions were.For now, the online focus remains on Erica Kirk. Many are asking how much more can a person endure, especially after seeing him cry in such a public and painful moment.