US - Shots fired at Donald Trump rally in Pennsylvania as former president is seen with blood across his face, 13 July 2024

[JennieM]

Donald Trump ducked at a rally as shots appeared to be fired at the former president.

Trump pumped a fist at the crowd and did not seem to severely injured as he walked on his own off the stage, surrounded by secret service.

The shooting unfolded as Trump addressed supporters at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

Donald Trump SHOT at rally in Pennsylvania

Donald Trump was seen bleeding from his ear after being injured in a shooting at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, as dramatic footage showed supporters running for safety.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

[UK Girl]

It looked like his ear was bleeding

 

[JennieM]

Trump rushed off stage at Pennsylvania rally

Trump rushed off stage at Pennsylvania rally

Trump rushed off stage at Pennsylvania rally

www.bbc.co.uk

 

[sds71]

CNN breaking news “There were loud bangs at Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump fell to the ground injured. He was stood back up by security personnel and had blood on his face. He was yelling back to the crowd when he stood up. He was whisked away by security personnel”

https://www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/election-biden-trump-07-13-24/index.html

https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/13/politics/video/trump-secret-service-butler-pennsylvania-digvid

Trump injured but 'fine' after attempted assassination at rally, shooter and one attendee are dead

Former President Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally, days before he was to accept the Republican nomination for a third time.

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[imstilla.grandma]

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.

Republican senator for Ohio, J.D Vance, said in a post on the X social media platform: "Everyone join me in praying for our President Trump and everyone at that rally. I hope everyone is ok."

Trump rally shooting: Ex-president injured in assassination attempt at rally that leaves spectator and gunman dead

The former president ducked to the floor as shots rang out and was mobbed by Secret Service agents, while the sniper, who was killed by security forces, has been named as Thomas Matthew Crooks.

news.sky.com

Donald Trump SHOT at rally in Pennsylvania

Donald Trump was seen bleeding from his ear after being injured in a shooting at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, as dramatic footage showed supporters running for safety.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

[JennieM]

Trump was showing off a chart of border crossing numbers when bangs started ringing through the crowd. Trump could be seen reaching with his right hand toward his neck. There appeared to be blood on his face.

He quickly ducked behind the riser as agents from his protective detail rushed the stage and screams rang out from the crowd. The bangs continued as agents tended to him on stage.

Trump injured but 'fine' after attempted assassination at rally, shooter and one attendee are dead

Former President Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally, days before he was to accept the Republican nomination for a third time.

apnews.com

 

[imstilla.grandma]

 

[MassGuy]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1812254857044033827

 

[SleuthyLou]

The Scanner has over a thousand listeners, but nothing is being transmitted. I’m sure Secret Service has it blocked.

 

[imstilla.grandma]

Trump target of assassination attempt; says he was shot in ear at rally

A spectator at the rally was killed and two others were critically injured in an attack decried as “sick” by President Joe Biden. The shooter is dead.

www.nbcnews.com

"Trump began his speech at about 6 p.m. and was only shortly into his speech when a disturbance caused Secret Service to swarm the former president. He was then led off the stage quickly, pumping his fist," says Shots fired at rally for former President Trump in Pennsylvania

Trump Injured in Shooting at Campaign Rally: Live Updates

Shots rang out minutes after Trump began speaking. It is not clear if he or anyone else was injured.

nymag.com

Trump rally shooting: Ex-president injured in assassination attempt at rally that leaves spectator and gunman dead

The former president ducked to the floor as shots rang out and was mobbed by Secret Service agents, while the sniper, who was killed by security forces, has been named as Thomas Matthew Crooks.

news.sky.com

 

[Gemmie]

It looked like his ear was bleeding

A view I got of a replay on TV it appeared to me that it was above his right ear, not his actual ear.

 

[JennieM]

There is a video here

Donald Trump SHOT at rally in Pennsylvania

Donald Trump was seen bleeding from his ear after being injured in a shooting at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, as dramatic footage showed supporters running for safety.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

[JennieM]

They could had easily killed him, there were so many shots. Awful.

 

[Artis]

A view I got of a replay on TV it appeared to me that it was above his right ear, not his actual ear.

Unbelievably close.

 

[citizen_sleuth]

Live Election Updates: Trump Rushed Off Stage at Rally After What Sounded Like Shots
Trump’s team is on lockdown as this plays out. Information has been scarce.

There is blood visible on the left hand bleachers. It appears that a rallygoer might have been hit by a ricocheting bullet

Members of the Secret Service are kicking out the press and declaring it a crime scene.

 

[UK Girl]

A view I got of a replay on TV it appeared to me that it was above his right ear, not his actual ear.

if his head wasnt side ways I think he would have had serious issues

 

[steeltowngirl]

My god. In my neck of the woods too. What’s wrong with people?

 

[MassGuy]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1812257055304249620

 

[JennieM]

BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — Donald Trump’s campaign said in a statement that he was “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. More details will follow.”

Trump injured but 'fine' after attempted assassination at rally, shooter and one attendee are dead

Former President Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally, days before he was to accept the Republican nomination for a third time.

apnews.com

 

[fred&edna]

Video Secret Service rushes Trump off stage at Pennsylvania rally

The Secret Service rushed former President Donald Trump off stage at a Pennsylvania rally.

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