Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump at Pennsylvania Rally
During a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, former US President and current presidential candidate Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, July 13, left Trump with an ear injury and resulted in the death of one supporter and critical injuries to two others.
Details of the Incident
As Trump began his speech, several shots were heard, prompting immediate action from the Secret Service. The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was killed by the Secret Service. Trump, who was hit in the right ear, later confirmed his injury on Truth Social, describing the sharp sound and subsequent bleeding. He expressed condolences to the family of the deceased supporter.
FBI Investigation and Reactions
The FBI has taken the lead in investigating the incident, which they have classified as an assassination attempt. FBI spokesman Kevin Rojack stated that the agency is close to identifying the shooter's motives and urged anyone with information to come forward. President Joe Biden condemned the violence, calling for national unity, while House Speaker Mike Johnson announced a full investigation involving top security officials. International leaders, including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, also condemned the act of political violence.
- Trump was taken to the hospital following the incident, where doctors confirmed that his life was not in danger. Despite the injury, Trump appeared in public shortly after, with a video showing him descending from a plane.
- The Pennsylvania State Police have indicated that there is no reason to believe there is another threat following the incident. The FBI continues to work closely with other federal agencies, state, and local police to resolve the investigation.
