July 14, 2024
During former President Trump’s campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on the evening of July 13th at approximately 6:15 p.m., a suspected shooter fired multiple shots toward the stage from an elevated position outside of the rally venue. US Secret Service personnel neutralized the shooter, who is now deceased. US Secret Service quickly responded with protective measures and the former president is safe and being evaluated. One spectator was killed, two spectators were critically injured. The incident is currently under investigation and the Secret Service has formally notified the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Anthony Guglielmi, Chief of Communications for the U.S. Secret Service, in an official press release at 8:49 P.M. EST on July 13, 2024
What We Know: Former President Trump was discussing border numbers at a campaign rally on July 13th, 2024, when multiple shots were fired toward the stage. President Trump could be seen reaching for the side of his face before he was surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents and taken off stage. Shortly after the incident, former President Trump’s campaign spokesman Steven Cheung released this statement: “President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow.”
Timing: The campaign rally was taking place in Pennsylvania, a key swing state in the election. This Monday marks the beginning of the Republican National Convention, where former President Trump will officially accept his party’s nomination for president and we expect for his Vice President nominee to be announced.
Read More: Live updates: Shooting at Trump rally is being investigated as assassination attempt, AP sources say (The Associated Press)
Image Source: Donald Trump Jr. (Via: X, formerly Twitter)
by Evelyn Peterson,
