Trump Shot On Side Of Head, Rushed Off Stage In Assassination Attempt At Pennsylvania Rally
BY TYLER DURDEN
SATURDAY, JUL 13, 2024 - 03:30 PM
Donald Trump appears to have been shot during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The former President could be seen grabbing his neck and then falling to the ground as the sound of shots rang out.
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Trump was seen standing back up with blood on his face, and was led off stage by the Secret Service, who could be heard shouting "get down" during the incident.
"I saw blood on his ear," one rallygoer, Ron Moose, told the NYT.
Nine shots were heard, including three before Trump grabbed his ear.
Some reported seeing the military chase someone on the left hand side of the bleachers. The Times is also reporting that secret service is kicking out the press and has declared the venue a crime scene.
Trump's ear was visibly wounded.
According to Secret Service spoksman, Anthony Guglielmi, Trump "is safe" after "an incident occurred" at the Pennsylvania rally.
Trump spokesman Steven Cheung said that Trump is "fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility," adding that Trump "thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act."
"Everyone join me in praying for our President Trump and everyone at that rally. I hope everyone is ok," GOP Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH) posted on X.
"An incident occurred the evening of July 13 at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania. The Secret Service has implemented protective measures and the former President is safe. This is now an active Secret Service investigation and further information will be released when available," said the Secret Service in a statement, per Maria Bartiromo.
The incident comes days after Joe Biden and top Democrat donor Reid Hoffman make assassination comments.
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