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Former President Donald Trump was injured when shots were fired at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The gunman and one audience member were killed, and two other spectators critically injured. Authorities are investigating the incident as an attempted assassination, with the FBI leading the investigation, and the Secret Service and state and local agencies assisting.
Donald Trump Injured in Shooting at Pennsylvania Rally
Ex-President Donald Trump received an injury to his right ear when shots were fired at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, today. He was reported safe by the Secret Service after being rushed offstage and later checked at a hospital CBS News.
According to the Secret Service, two individuals, including the gunman and a spectator, died, and two others were critically injured. The victims, all men, have not been named CBS News.
Trump, after being injured, was seen being taken away in a motorcade, raising his fist as he entered the SUV. The FBI has now taken over the investigation, with the aid of the Secret Service and state and local agencies.
Kevin Rojek, head of the FBI Pittsburgh office, confirmed that the gunman fired multiple shots from an AR-style rifle, positioned on a shed outside the security perimeter. The identity of the shooter is yet to be released.
President Joe Biden addressed the nation, condemning the attack. He labeled the incident as ‘sick’ and called for unity against such violence.
The White House and a Trump advisor confirmed a phone call between Trump and Biden. However, no details about the conversation were shared.
After the incident, Trump released a statement on Truth Social, thanking law enforcement for their quick response and extending condolences to the families of the victims. He also gave a description of his injury.
A photograph captured by a New York Times photographer showed a bullet flying past Trump as he was speaking at the rally. Witnesses reported seeing the shooter on the roof before the shooting began and tried alerting officers CBS News.
Politicians from both parties quickly condemned the attack. CBS New York reported increased security around Trump Tower following the shooting CBS News. Furthermore, the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department confirmed an increased police presence across the city.
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