A former President of the United States of America (USA) and a strong contender in the country’s forthcoming election, Donald Trump may have been seen as an underdog in the contest, however the attempted assassination he suffered during a recent rally may have drawn the sympathy of many citizens to his side
It was reported on Saturday, July 13, 2024 that the man who attempted to murder a former American President, Donald Trump during a political campaign and another citizen died even as ex-President escapes assassination attempt
Trump’s spokesman said the former president was being checked out at a local hospital.
The development was confirmed by the Butler County District Attorney in a statement issued following the suspected assassination attempt.
A member of the audience attending the rally has also been confirmed dead, while one other person is believed to be in a critical condition.
Trump was left with a bloody face after surviving what looked like an attempt on his life at his rally stop on Saturday, July 13, 2024.
Footage of the incident showed how he abruptly stopped his speech after a shot went off in the air.
Trump appeared to be bleeding from the ear when he was escorted off stage following loud pops that rang out during a rally in Pennsylvania.
He immediately ducked down as if to evade a projectile while the Secret Service agents quickly swarmed over him to form a human shield.
He then rose and was escorted off the stage by the Secret Service and safely guarded into a waiting black-painted armoured vehicle barely a metre away.
He appeared to be clutching the side of his head as he hit the ground after the gunshot.
Trump had blood dripping from his right ear and splattering over his face as he was being evacuated. Regardless, the former President managed to wave at his supporters, pumping his fist in the air. The lone shooter reportedly launched the attack from a low roof outside the perimeter of the rally.
Commenting on his assassination, Trump said, “I want to thank The United States Secret Service, and all of Law Enforcement, for their rapid response on the shooting that just took place in Butler, Pennsylvania. Most importantly, I want to extend my condolences to the family of the person at the Rally who was killed, and also to the family of another person that was badly injured. It is incredible that such an act can take place in our Country. Nothing is known at this time about the shooter, who is now dead. I was shot with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear. I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin. Much bleeding took place, so I realized then what was happening. GOD BLESS AMERICA!”
The first to condemn the actions taken by the shooter on that Saturday was President Joe Biden who said, “I have been briefed on the shooting at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania. I’m grateful to hear that he’s safe and doing well. I’m praying for him and his family and for all those who were at the rally, as we await further information. Jill and I are grateful to the Secret Service for getting him to safety. We must unite as one nation to condemn it.”
Former republican president George W. Bush shared his preoccupation and support for Donald Trump via X, “Laura and I are grateful that President Trump is safe following the cowardly attack on his life. And we commend the men and women of the Secret Service for their speedy response.”
Meanwhile, Barack Obama also issued a statement on the platform claiming that “There is absolutely no place for political violence in our democracy. Although we don’t yet know exactly what happened, we should all be relieved that former President Trump wasn’t seriously hurt, and use this moment to recommit ourselves to civility and respect in our politics. Michelle and I are wishing him a quick recovery.”
Another former president who was also in solidarity with Donald Trump was Bill Clinton who added “Violence has no place in America, especially in our political process. Hillary and I are thankful that President Trump is safe, heartbroken for all those affected by the attack at today’s rally in Pennsylvania, and grateful for the swift action of the U.S. Secret Service.”
