India, April 26 -- Urging calm after a dramatic security scare at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, US President Donald Trump said he had recommended that authorities "let the show go on".

Posting an update, Trump praised the response of security agencies and indicating that the situation was under control. "Quite an evening in DC Secret Service and Law Enforcement did a fantastic job. They acted quickly and bravely," he said on social media, adding, "The shooter has been apprehended." Track White House shooting live updates.

Trump added that while he backed continuing the event, the final decision would rest with officials: "They will make a decision shortly."

He further said that the disruption had altered the evening's course....