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The FBI is investigating what seems to be an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump while he was at a Florida golf course. Secret Service reportedly fired at a suspect 300-500 yards away from Trump after spotting a rifle barrel poking through a chain link fence. An AK-47 style rifle, two backpacks, and a Go Pro camera were found in the area where the suspect was apprehended.
FBI Probes Alleged Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump in Florida
The FBI is actively investigating an alleged assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at his Florida golf course, sparking an outpouring of bipartisan sentiment from Arizona politicians.
Praise for the swift action of the Secret Service, who reportedly fired at a suspect on the scene, was widespread. Among those expressing concern was Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., who condemned the reported assassination attempt as “unacceptable and disturbing.”
Republican Kari Lake, Gallego’s opponent in the upcoming Senate race, expressed prayers for Trump and his family, while also calling for an end to “the demonization of a good man and his movement.”
Trump, who recently held his first post-debate campaign event in Tucson, confirmed via a campaign email that he was “safe and well” following the incident.
West Palm Beach Sheriff Ric Bradshaw reported that a Secret Service agent engaged the suspect at a distance from Trump. An AK-47 style rifle, two backpacks, and a Go Pro camera were later found at the scene, leading to an arrest.
Other Arizona politicians, including Republican U.S. Reps. Eli Crane and Andy Biggs, expressed relief at Trump’s safety. Democrats similarly praised the Secret Service’s response and condemned political violence.
Vice President Kamala Harris, having been briefed about the incident, also expressed relief that Trump was unharmed.
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