Donald Trump Rally, US Politics 2024 – Shooting Attempt: Is Trump In Danger
During a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, former President Donald Trump was abruptly escorted off the stage after gunshots were fired into the crowd.
He was presenting a chart on border crossing numbers, reaching towards his neck as blood appeared on his face.
He quickly ducked behind the riser as Secret Service agents moved in to protect him.
The crowd of thousands was in chaos, with screams heard as the gunfire continued.
Live microphones captured the Secret Service agents’ communications as they worked to secure Trump: “The shooter is down. Are you ready? On you, move! We’re clear!” Despite the immediate danger, Trump raised his fist in the air to chants of “USA! USA!” from the crowd as he was led off the stage. Police began evacuating the fairgrounds once Trump had left.
The Secret Service later confirmed via Twitter that they had implemented protective measures and that the former president was safe.
Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldfinger reported that one person in the crowd was dead, with a possible second fatality.
The incident is under active investigation by the Secret Service. (US Politics Updates)
Donald Trump’s campaign thanked law enforcement and first responders for their rapid response, stating that the former president was fine and being examined at a local medical facility.
When questioned about the incident, President Joe Biden, leaving mass in Rehoboth Beach, responded with a brief “No.”
Senator Tim Scott expressed his concerns on Twitter, saying, “Praying for President Trump and everyone at the rally in Pennsylvania. May God watch over them all.”
House Speaker Mike Johnson also shared his prayers for Trump on social media.
