Federal prosecutors on Thursday released video footage showing what authorities describe as an armed man's attempt to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.

According to prosecutors, the incident involved a man carrying guns and knives who allegedly tried to breach security at the annual dinner event. The released video purportedly captures the moment of the attempted intrusion.

Authorities have characterized the incident as a potential assassination attempt targeting then-President Donald Trump, who was attending the correspondents' dinner at the time.

The White House Correspondents' Association dinner is an annual event that brings together journalists, government officials, and other prominent figures. The dinner typically features heightened security measures given the attendance of high-profile political figures.

The Department of Justice's release of the video footage appears to be part of ongoing legal proceedings related to the incident. Federal prosecutors often release evidence as part of their case presentation in criminal matters involving national security or threats against government officials.