Donald Trump Rally Firing:
The former president of the United States, Donald Trump, experienced a life-threatening attack during a campaign rally. While rallying in Pennsylvania, a gunman unexpectedly opened fire. Videos that surfaced reveal how Republican candidate Trump narrowly evaded death, as the bullet passed through his right ear. If the bullet had been 2 centimeters closer, it could have ended Trump's life.
Right after the first shot, Trump exclaimed 'Oh' and clutched his ear, as two more shots were heard. Subsequently, Trump ducked down for safety.
Following the attack, Donald Trump remarked, "It felt as though the bullet went right through my ear."
Trump swiftly got back on his feet after the incident and could be seen lifting his right hand toward his face, which was smeared with blood. Cheered on by the chanting crowd as he rose and clenched his fist, Trump's motorcade promptly departed from the event location thereafter.
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Local authorities reported that the police began vacating the venue shortly after Trump’s exit from the scene.
The White House stated that President Joe Biden was briefed on the incident by the United States Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randal.
'The bullet grazed my skin...'
Post-attack, Donald Trump expressed his gratitude to the United States Secret Service and all law enforcement agencies for their rapid response to the gunfire. "Most importantly, I would like to extend my condolences to the family of the individual who was killed and injured at the rally. It is unimaginable that such a thing could happen in our country. As of now, there is no information regarding the shooter, who has been pronounced dead. I was hit by a bullet that grazed the upper part of my right ear. I immediately knew something was wrong because I heard a sharp noise, the sound of a bullet, and instantaneously felt it slicing through my skin," explained Trump.
Trump's spokesperson, Steven Cheung, confirmed in a statement, "President Trump thanks the law enforcement for their prompt action during this abhorrent act. He is fine and currently being examined at a local medical service."
The Secret Service announced that "the former president is safe." Butler County’s District Attorney Richard Goldinger revealed in a telephonic interview that the suspected gunman has died and at least one rally attendee has succumbed to injuries.
