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Gunman’s Motive Probed After DC Gala Attack

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By Marc Perrier

April 27, 2026 at 10:51 AM UTC

Good morning. The gunman in the DC gala attack is set to be arraigned today as investigators probe his motive. Britain’s king arrives in the US amid strained ties. And we examine the $1 million retirement myth. Listen to the day’s top stories.

— Marc Perrier