No Identified Motive in Assassination Attempt on Trump
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump was abruptly taken off stage by Secret Service during a campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania, following an apparent assassination attempt. The FBI announced that they have "no identified motive" and are still verifying the identity of the now-deceased shooter, a Pennsylvania resident around 20 years old. Trump, who was grazed by a bullet, has since left the area and is reportedly fine.
President Joe Biden condemned the act as "sick" political violence and has been briefed regularly on the situation. Following the incident, security has been increased in Washington D.C. and at Trump properties. The House of Representatives announced plans for a full investigation, while Trump allies criticized Democrats, blaming their rhetoric for inciting violence.
The Secret Service neutralized the shooter, who was positioned nearly 150 yards from the stage. Investigations are ongoing with federal authorities urging the public to provide any information via designated tip lines. Trump’s eldest daughter, Ivanka, thanked law enforcement for their swift action, and Trump himself expressed his gratitude on social media, detailing his experience and the support he received.
Original Story https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/13/donald-trump-shot-live-updates.html
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