Donald Trump Survives Assassination Attempt at Pennsylvania Rally

Butler, PA — Former President Donald Trump has reported being shot in the ear during a political rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump described hearing a “whizzing sound” and feeling a “bullet ripping through skin” as the attack unfolded.

The incident took place as Trump was addressing supporters. According to the Secret Service, a male attacker opened fire from a nearby rooftop, killing one spectator and critically injuring two others before being shot and killed by a Secret Service agent.

Witnesses reported seeing the attacker with a rifle crawling on the rooftop before the shots were fired. The BBC spoke with a rally attendee who described the chaotic scene as shots rang out.

The Secret Service is conducting a thorough investigation into the attempted assassination. Trump, who was treated for his injuries, assured supporters that he would continue his campaign undeterred.

President Joe Biden addressed the nation shortly after the incident, condemning the violence. "The idea that there's political violence or violence in America like this is just unheard of … everybody must condemn it," Biden stated emphatically. He called for unity and peace, urging Americans to reject any form of political violence.

There are still many uncertainties: the shooter's motives and identity, Trump's current location, and the impact of the shooting on the RNC in the coming week. Biden expressed his hope to hear from Trump "soon," but no additional information has been provided. Trump was scheduled to announce his vice-presidential running mate in Milwaukee on Monday.

From Jenny Leonard, who is traveling with Biden back to DC: Biden spoke to Trump. The president is also getting updates from homeland security and law enforcement officials, according to a White House official. - bloomberg.

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