Former US President Donald Trump was shot during a rally held in Pennsylvania on Saturday. He was taken off the stage by secret service agents, after which there was a shower of bullets. When Trump was being taken out of the stage surrounded by security agents, blood was seen around his right ear. However, his condition is said to be out of danger. However, one person has died in this incident.
Meanwhile, the Secret Service has said in a post on Twitter that the former president is safe. Spokesperson Steven Cheng said in a statement, “Trump thanked the security agencies for their quick response to the incident.” He is fine and is being examined at a local hospital. More information will be provided later.
When Trump was addressing a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, suddenly the sound of gunfire was heard. After this there was chaos. Security agents helped Trump to stand on his feet. After this the security agents put Trump in a safe car. As soon as he was being taken off the stage, Trump raised his fist towards the crowd. Presidential elections are about to take place. In such a situation, the attacks on the former president are increasing the concern of American citizens.
Trump was addressing his last rally in swing-state Pennsylvania before the start of the Republican National Convention on Monday as he prepares to announce his vice presidential nominee. In a post on Twitter shortly after the event, the House Republican urged Americans to pray for former President Donald Trump.
At the event, the White House said President Joe Biden was briefed by Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayerux and Homeland Security Adviser Liz Sherwood-Randall. The President's Chief of Staff and other aides also attended the briefing.