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BREAKING: EX-US PRESIDENT, DONALD TRUMP, SHOT AT CAMPAIGN RALLY AS SECURITY OPERATIVES KILL SUSPECT
Former US President, Donald Trump was shot by an unknown assailant as he was rallying supporters at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Trump appeared to fall to the ground as he was giving a speech. He was quickly surrounded by armed security and stayed down for around a minute.
Video appeared to show blood on his ear as he was taken away. The former President appeared to be clutching the side of his head as he fell to the ground.
Donald Trump’s campaign had disclosed in a statement that he is “fine” after being whisked off the stage at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after apparent gunshots rang through the crowd.
“President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act,” spokesman Steven Cheung said in a statement.
“He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility.”
Meanwhile, the suspect who fired shots at Trump during a rally in Pennsylvania has been shot and killed by Secret Service Operatives.
The shooter, whose identity has not yet been confirmed, was neutralized following the incident Dockaysworld reports.
Authorities are investigating the motives behind the attack, and further details are expected as the investigation continues.
The County prosecutor had stated that Trump was slightly hit by the bullet.
Reacting to the incident, Trump’s Campaign team revealed that the former president is fine and responding to treatment at an undisclosed hospital.
“President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow.”
Trump’s predecessor, Barrack Obama also reacted to the incident.He said in a statement: “Although we don’t yet know exactly what happened, we should all be relieved that former President Trump wasn’t seriously hurt and that he and Michelle are wishing him a quick recovery.”
