Donald Trump was shot during an appearance. One event-goer is dead. The FBI is calling it an “attempted murder.”
Former US President Donald Trump (78) was injured by gunfire during a campaign appearance in Pennsylvania on Saturday (July 13). He was escorted off the stage by security personnel, bleeding from his ear.
The district attorney of Butler County – where the rally took place – said Trump was “grazed” by the gunfire. Richard Goldinger also confirmed that both the shooter and an event-goer are dead. Two other people were injured, according to the Secret Service.
“I thought it was fireworks”
Trump issued a statement on Truth Social following the dramatic incident, saying: “I was hit by a bullet that pierced the top of my right ear. I knew immediately something was wrong as I heard a whooshing sound and gunshots and immediately felt the bullet pierce the skin. It was bleeding profusely and that’s when I realized what was going on.”
In the middle of his speech, popping, gunshot-like sounds were heard. Footage taken at the event and shared on social media shows the former president turning toward the sound and briefly touching his ear before Secret Service agents storm the stage and surround him. One event attendee: “I thought it was fireworks. Pop pop pop. That’s what it sounded like.” , that the shooter fired eight shots.
Trump was then pushed off the stage as blood was seen running down the side of his face. As he left the stage, he raised his fist in a defiant gesture.
Donald Trump is safe
In a statement from Trump’s campaign team, which was made available to “People”, Trump thanked the police and first responders for their quick action “during this heinous act. He is doing well and is being treated at a local medical facility. Further details to follow.” A senior administration official also confirmed to “CBS News”: “The former president is safe. We have security measures in place. The investigation remains.”
Donald Trump’s daughter, for the “love and prayers for my father and for the other victims of this senseless violence.” She expressed her gratitude for the “quick response” of the relief workers on site.
“I love you Dad, today and always,” she concluded her post, which was commented on by French star producer David Guetta (56), among others, with numerous red hearts.
FBI speaks of “attempted murder”
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) classifies the events as an “attempted assassination” against Trump. FBI employee Kevin Rojek announced this at a press conference at the venue.
“Tonight there was an assassination attempt on our former President Donald Trump,” said the Federal Bureau of Investigation special agent.
Emotional statement from President Joe Biden
In a statement, President Joe Biden said he had been informed of the shooting, adding: “I am grateful to hear that he is safe and doing well. I am praying for him and his family and for everyone who attended the rally as we await further information.”
The statement, which was shared on Instagram, among other places, continues: “Jill and I are grateful to the Secret Service for getting him to safety. There is no place for this kind of violence in America. We must unite as a nation to condemn it.”
As the New York Times further reports, the campaign team and the Republican National Committee have now announced that Trump will attend the Republican Party Convention in Milwaukee, which begins on Monday.
Source: Stern
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