US President Donald Trump : The news of former US President Donald Trump being shot during a rally held in Pennsylvania on Saturday has shaken the political atmosphere. Immediately after the incident, Secret Service agents took Trump off the stage. When Trump was being removed from the stage, blood was seen around his right ear. However, he is out of danger. One person has died in this incident.
Details of the incident
Suddenly the sound of firing was heard during the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. After this there was chaos in the rally. Trump was heard saying on the mic, “Let me get my shoes.” After this, the security agents put him in a safe car and while taking him off the stage, Trump raised his fist towards the crowd.
Secret Service’s response
The Secret Service posted on X (formerly Twitter) saying that the former president is safe. “President Trump thanked the security agencies for their prompt action following the incident. He is fine and is being examined at a local hospital. More information will be provided later,” spokesman Steven Cheung said in a statement.
Political environment
The incident has raised concerns among US citizens ahead of the upcoming November presidential elections. Trump was addressing his last rally in Pennsylvania before the Republican National Convention begins on Monday and was preparing to announce his vice presidential candidate. Soon after the incident, House Republicans urged Americans to pray for former President Donald Trump.
White House response
The White House said President Joe Biden was briefed about the incident by Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall. The briefing was also attended by the President’s Chief of Staff and other aides.
