Trump Targeted in Assassination Attempt at Pennsylvania Rally, Shooter Dead
Former President Donald Trump’s campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, was violently interrupted by gunfire on Saturday night, causing chaos and panic among attendees. The presumptive Republican presidential nominee was addressing the crowd when shots rang out, leading to a dramatic series of events that left one rallygoer and the shooter dead, and another person seriously injured.
The incident occurred around 6:13 p.m. ET, just six minutes into Trump’s speech. As he was discussing border crossing numbers, popping sounds echoed through the venue. Trump instinctively reached for the side of his face, which appeared to be bleeding, before crouching down as Secret Service agents rushed the stage to shield him. Despite the visible blood on his head and ear, Trump briefly stood, raised a defiant fist, and urged the crowd to “fight, fight, fight” before being escorted to safety by his protective detail.
Steven Cheung, Trump’s campaign spokesman, quickly reassured the public that the former president was unharmed and being evaluated at a local medical facility. “President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act,” Cheung said. “He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility.”
The Butler County District Attorney, Richard Goldinger, confirmed that the shooter and a rally attendee were dead. Another person was seriously injured and receiving medical treatment. Reports indicated that the shooter was neutralized by the Secret Service, who acted with remarkable speed and precision. An eyewitness at the rally recounted seeing a man with a rifle on a nearby roof, adding to the fear and confusion among the crowd. “The Secret Service blew his head off,” the witness said, highlighting the intensity of the situation.
President Joe Biden condemned the violence, emphasizing the need for national unity in his statement. “There’s no place in America for this kind of violence. It’s sick. It’s one of the reasons why we have to unite this country. We cannot allow for this to be happening,” Biden stated. He expressed relief that Trump was safe and reiterated his gratitude to the Secret Service for their quick response. “Jill and I are grateful to the Secret Service for getting him to safety. There’s no place for this kind of violence in America. We must unite as one nation to condemn it.”
Elon Musk, among other prominent figures, voiced his support for Trump, wishing him a swift recovery. “I will now fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery,” Musk stated. Former President George W. Bush also extended his well-wishes and praised the Secret Service for their actions. “Laura and I are grateful that President Trump is safe following the cowardly attack on his life,” Bush said. “And we commend the men and women of the Secret Service for their speedy response.”
The rally had begun with typical excitement and energy, as Trump energized his supporters by promising a victory in Pennsylvania. “With your help, we’re going to win Pennsylvania this November,” Trump declared. “We’re going to defeat Crooked Joe Biden and Laughing Kamala Harris, and we’re going to take back the White House, and we’re going to take back our country. We’re going to take it back. Our country has been stolen from us. You see that? One of the greatest crimes is what they’ve done over four years.” His speech was abruptly cut short by the sound of gunfire, turning the cheers of the crowd into screams of terror.
As the first shots were fired, Trump’s protective detail swiftly moved in to shield him, while the crowd panicked and ducked for cover. Reporters on the scene initially thought the sounds were fireworks before realizing the severity of the situation. Video footage showed a dead body, apparently of the rally attendee, being carried out of the venue, while armed law enforcement officers were seen on a roof near the stage. The venue was quickly evacuated, with chairs knocked over and yellow police tape surrounding the stage.
A doctor attending the rally recounted his desperate attempts to save one of the victims, describing the severity of the injuries. “I did CPR and saw brain matter,” he said, highlighting the gruesome nature of the attack. Eyewitnesses described the horrifying scene, with one rally attendee recalling how people in the crowd were injured and carried away.
Following the incident, the FBI and Secret Service launched a thorough investigation. A Secret Service spokesperson confirmed in a statement that “the former President is safe” and that the incident was an active investigation. “This is now an active Secret Service investigation and further information will be released when available,” said agency spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi.
Don Trump Jr. confirmed that his father remains in good spirits and determined to continue his campaign. “He is in good spirits as he remains under observation, and he is never gonna stop,” Trump Jr. said. Despite the traumatic experience, the former president’s resolve appeared unshaken.
In response to the incident, the Biden campaign announced it would suspend television ads out of respect for the situation. President Biden, who was in Delaware for the weekend, expressed his desire to speak with Trump later that day. “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,” Biden’s statement read.
The suggestion that the attempt on Trump might be a left wing conspiracy is a good way to bring out a ferocious reaction from right wing zealots. If that happens, whoever made this statement will need to look in the mirror to find someone to blame for it.
Notice that chick in the white V-neck top and black cap just to Trump’s right. She sure got her phone out quick to record the goings on just after it happened. There was some footage that I saw on Frank Speech TV that showed a close-up of her and just after the shots she grins for just a second and starts recording. Undoubtedly some sort of a plant.
WHO ELSE WOULD IT BE, BUT A LEFT-WING NUT MARXIST DEM-O-RAT!!!
The rhetoric and hate spread by the left almost caused Trump to die today. They have tried character assassination, taking his money, freedom and reputation because he really believes in America. But I want to inform Frank Stetson, Tom, Joseph S Bruder and several other trolls on this site that Trump has won the election. Your sniper made sure of it. I don’t think that you people are acquainted with the shooter. But he’s right out of the leftist socialist communist assholes that you people are pulling for. I’ve always seen the rejoicing on line. But cheer up. We won’t have Joe or his token in the White House next year. The lies and hate from the left led up to the attack. But don’t worry. That motherfucker is in hell right now with a pitch fork stuck in his ass.
It’s reported that the shooter was a registered Republican. Probably was. Hatred for Trump has been loud and proud among the never Trump crowd. Just like there are never Biden democrats. Couple that with mental illness and what do we have? I do believe that rhetoric contributes to shit like this. But fight on president trump. We have your back
He was not our sniper Hammon. He was a registered Republican though, although until we hear more, I am not sure that was not a scam too.
I am just glad Trump is OK. My sympathies to those victims, friends, and family.
I am sure this is not how Trump wants to win the election, but yes, it cannot hurt his chances.
I’ve often compared the Democrat attacks on Trump to Putins attack on Navalny (Putin’s rival who was falsely accused of crimes, thrown in jail and is now dead). Does anyone have any doubts about the comparison now?
Joe, you often compared….. that’s funny, wonder who you’ve been talking to. Can’t imagine that coming up enough to earn “often…..” Nonetheless, statistically, political violence leans right although given weighting due to quality of attacks, who knows. Even if this guy is truly a Republican as you have missed, and he has registered, the weighting on this one as an attack on the right (who cares which “side” did it,) is a heavy hitter. But comparing Trump to Navalny is ridiculous. Investigations, laws, courts, punishments, all vastly different. Plays well with the home team though…….
I actually watched this live on NewsMax but my post got erased ……two different versions. Free speech? Got me, there was nothing bad in it.
Could this young man contrived his plan knowing he would not live afterwards?
People who knew the shooter growing up and as a fellow classmate in High School give the picture of a quiet shy person. He was a loner who got bullied often because of his appearance and odd behavior..
It matters not of his political preference. He was a trouble young adult who came to be that way as the result of adults in his life not paying attention.
He and many others like him, quiet loners who do not fit in, become a threat to themselves and others. Being different should not be a death sentence because of others ignoring and failing to notice someone becoming antisocial and violent.
It’s too simple to explain away society’s failures with some political conspiracy theory. There is always a trigger in the persons head that creates a need in them to act out in violence. So, in the hours and days after an event like this, jumping to a judgemental conclusion has no merit. The press alone profits from quick assumptions and errors relating the facts.
LET’S INVESTIGATE
MOTIVE: Who had and interest in killing Ex-President Trump?
Several persons and parties:
US Democratic Party – rep. Mr. Biden, Obama, Ms. Nuland;
Sidelines: Mr. Thompson, Ms. Cheney, Ms. Pelosi (6 Jan)
Planned Parenthood and other Eugenicists
Fascist groups like “AntiFa”
Warmongers: Stoltenberg, Johnson, Ind. Milit. Complex
Potential: Zelensky, Yatsenyuk, Parasyuk, Biletzky
PLANNING: How would such an action be planned?
Solitary shooter would get elevated position very early – with camouflage, possibly under objects for cover
COUNTER MEASURE: searching all higher points within 1 mile (in person)
Search continued throughout event with drones!
Searching with dogs if building, vegetation is around.
RESULT: NO ATTACK POSSIBLE !
SECURITY FAILURE: It must be started from REMOVING SECURITY:
Withdrawing security personnel (for Ms. Biden)
Security Staff order: NOT SHOOTING UNTIL FIRST SHOT!
Person acting suspiciously reported on roof: NO ACTION!
Not searching all higher points within 1 mile (in person)
(happened too late: policeman who saw rifle, withdrew!)
ONE GOOD THING – UNPLANNED:
POLICEMAN LIKELY SAVING MR. TRUMP’S LIFE
(DISTURBING SHOOTER’S CONCENTRATION/AIM!)
CONCLUSION:
The shooter was a young man, gun club member, took lessons: Distance Easy!
He “sneaked” WITH RIFLE(!) through a HIG SECURITY Area UNSEEN?
He shot President Trump – AFTER BEING DISTURBED by policeman! +++
Security Service shot him dead – after 3 ½ seconds – FAAAR TOOO LATE!
If mr. Crooks (the shooter) had acted alone, he would not have been there!
UNLESS SECURITY WAS ABSOLUTELY (or planfully?) ABYSMAL!
TOO MANY THINGS GOT OUT OF LINE AND PROFESSION!
NOW THE UNITED STATES HAVE A 14th JULY TO COMMEMORATE
NOT ONE OF PRIDE!
Little early for a target list, boo. Maybe wait for the investigation before you announce your candidates.