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Violence Erupts at Trump Rally: Former President Injured in Shooting Incident
Violence erupts at a Trump rally as former president is injured in a shooting incident. The shocking turn of events leaves many in disbelief.
‘Defiant in the face of wickedness’
During a Trump rally on Saturday night, chaos erupted as shots rang out. The scene turned into a frenzy as former President Donald Trump was seen clutching his right ear, blood spurting, before quickly seeking cover. Secret Service agents acted swiftly, swarming around him for protection.
Amidst the commotion, someone shouted “shooter down,” prompting the agents to move Trump offstage. Despite the danger, Trump defiantly pumped his fist in the air and appeared to shout “Fight! Fight!” as the crowd responded with patriotic chants of “U.S.A.!”
This incident marks the first time in over four decades that a sitting or former U.S. president was wounded in an assassination attempt. Tragically, the shooting claimed one life, left Trump injured, and critically wounded two others. The assailant was swiftly neutralized by Secret Service snipers. See a visual timeline of the shooting below.
F.B.I. Investigation
The F.B.I. has launched a thorough investigation into the shooting, treating it as a possible domestic terrorism attack and assassination attempt. Officials have indicated that there is currently no evidence suggesting that the 20-year-old gunman, identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks from Bethel Park, Pa., was part of a larger conspiracy.
Authorities also mentioned that there were no signs of mental health issues in the shooter, a registered Republican. The F.B.I. is diligently analyzing the shooter’s phone, rifle, and a potential “rudimentary” explosive device found in his possession at their lab in Quantico, Va. The shooter’s family is fully cooperating with the investigation process.