Donald Trumps a tough son of a gun. God was with him. Tucker Carlson said they may try to kill him if they couldn’t beat him he may very well have been right. I’m praying for you President Donald Trump. Tighten up you security! From now on do your speeches from behind bullet proof glass! God was with you I’m sure they were aiming for your head. Did they get the shooter?
By WILL POTTER FOR DAILYMAIL.COM
PUBLISHED: 18:15 EDT, 13 July 2024 | UPDATED: 19:05 EDT, 13 July 2024
Donald Trump appeared to be shot in the ear as gunshots were fired at the former president at a rally in Pennsylvania.
Trump grabbed at the side of his face and blood spattered across his cheek as several popping sounds were heard, sending supporters running for safety.
The former president quickly pumped a fist at the crowd to show he was not severely injured, as Secret Service agents raced to the stage to hurry him away.
Trump’s campaign said he was taken to hospital following the incident, but said he is ‘fine’, and ‘thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act.’
Donald Trump appeared to be shot in the ear as shots were fired at the former president at a rally in Pennsylvania
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
Secret Service agents raced to the stage to rush the former president off the stage
Confusion and chaos after the former president seen with blood on face
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The shooting unfolded as Trump addressed supporters at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday afternoon.
Frantic scenes took hold as shots rang out, sending Trump supporters streaming out from the stands and away from the event.
Within seconds, Trump was put to the floor by several Secret Service agents as they protected him from the shooter.
Early reports indicate that around eight to 10 shots were fired, and the press pool said ‘residual bangs’ were heard after Trump hit the floor.
Trump stood up shortly after and pumped his fist at the crowd, leading to chants of ‘USA’ and ‘Make America Great Again.’
He appeared to mouth the word ‘fight’ to supporters at the same moment.
Secret Service raced to the stage to protect Trump after shots were fired
Trump had blood streaming down his cheeks as Secret Service agents put him to the floor
The extent of Trump’s injuries are not clear, although he appeared to want to show his supporters that he was okay within seconds of being shot
Trump’s campaign said he was raced to hospital after the shooting, but is ‘fine
As Trump pumped his fist to the crowd, some were heard cheering his name and chanting ‘USA’ and ‘Make America Great Again’
As he was rushed into SUVs, Trump again flashed a fist at his supporters
There is no early information regarding who the shooter may have been or if any arrests have been made at the event.
Secret service encircled Trump within seconds of the shots being fired, and the agency said in a statement that the former president is ‘safe.’
‘The Secret Service has implemented protective measures and the former President is safe. This is now an active Secret Service investigation and further information will be released when available,’ the statement read.
The extent of Trump’s injuries are not clear, although he appeared to want to show his supporters that he was okay moments after being shot.
The Secret Service said in a statement it ‘has implemented protective measures and the former President is safe’
Trump’s campaign said in a statement that he ‘thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act’
The extent of Trump’s injuries are not clear, although he appeared to want to show his supporters that he was okay within seconds of being shot
Trump’s former Vice President Mike Pence was the first to issue remarks on the shooting, saying on X: ‘Karen and I are praying for President Trump and urge every American to join us.’
A spokesperson for the ATF said agents from the bureau have been deployed to assist with the aftermath of the chaos.
The White House confirmed that President Biden was briefed on the shooting following the incident.
Although shots continued to be fired after Trump ducked, there are no early reports of any others injured at the rally.