In his first statements since the security incident, Donald Trump called the White House as a moment of unity between the press and the two camps of the political scene.

“I call on all Americans to recommit themselves, in a peaceful way, to resolving the differences. We must find solutions without tension,” he said.

Starting press conference at the White House, about two hours after he left the event, reported that the exploiter passed through a security checkpoint with several weapons and was subdued by members of the Secret Service. He said a police officer was wounded by gunfire, but was saved thanks to the bulletproof vest.

Then Donald Trump reported that the suspect was arrested, and authorities also conducted a search of his apartment. He estimated that he was a person living in California, calling him a “very sick man“. At the same time, he pointed out that the disabling was carried out by members of the Secret Service, who reacted immediately.

As he said, he posted on social media a video of the shooter, whom he described as “dangerous“. He stressed that the attack was directed at the Constitution, the Liberty Press and Republicans, leaving open the possibility that he himself was targeted.

Referring to the armed attack, called it a particularly traumatic experience for Melania. He praised the response of security officials, noting their speed and efficiency.

As added, his wife has pointed out to him many times that this is a dangerous job, which she said is true for her as well. Finally, she referred to the release of video of both the security breach and the arrest of the perpetrator.

Who the suspect is

Authorities have not released any pseudo-identifying information.

U.S. media are reporting that it is a 31-year-old man from California. He is believed to have acted alone.

He faces charges of using a gun in a violent crime and assaulting a federal official.