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Details continued to emerge after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. A rally attendee was killed and two others are critically injured, according to the Secret Service. The shooter was neutralized and killed by Secret Service personnel responding to the incident. Here are key updates:
- More on Thomas Crooks: The FBI named Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, as the suspect behind the apparent assassination attempt. A police officer found Crooks on the roof minutes before the gunfire erupted.
- More on the victims: The man who was killed at the rally was identified as Corey Comperatore. The former fire chief from the area "dove on his family to protect them," his wife told Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro. State police have identified two people who were critically injured — both adult males — but didn't release names at a news briefing early Sunday.
- Impacts on RNC: The Republican National Convention, set to begin tomorrow, is facing potential changes. The RNC, scheduled to run from Monday, July 15 through Thursday, July 18, is expected to host upwards of 50,000 guests, including delegates who will nominate Trump as the GOP's presidential candidate.
- Donald Trump heads to RNC: Trumps plans to keep on schedule and will speak at Republic National Convention and was heading to Milwaukee on Sunday as fans around the nation turned out to show support for the former president. Ivanka Trump says she believes Ivana was "watching over Dad last night," after former President Donald Trump survived the shots fired at him during a rally in Pennsylvania. "Two years ago today, my mom passed away," Ivanka Trump shared on X Sunday morning which is the anniversary of her mother's death. "I believe she was watching over Dad last night during the attempt on his life."
Jul 14, 2024 at 06:26 PM EDT
GoFundMe Campaigns for Trump Shooting Victims Soar Over $3 Million
A shooting at Donald Trump's campaign rally Saturday evening in Butler, Pennsylvania, injured three people, including the former president, and killed one attendee, prompting an outpouring of support for the victims and their families, with GoFundMe donations surpassing $3.36 million within 24 hours from two separate campaigns.
Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, was speaking at his rally in Butler on Saturday evening when he was shot on stage, with a bullet hitting the upper part of his right ear. The former president was then seen grabbing his ear with blood coming down his face as security agents descended.
A spokesperson for Trump's campaign said on Saturday that the former president was "fine" and was "being checked out at a local medical facility." Trump was released from the hospital later that night.
READ MORE by Newsweek's Mandy Taheri
Jul 14, 2024 at 06:14 PM EDT
Biden Oval Office Address After Trump Shooting: How to Watch, Stream Online
In the wake of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday evening, President Joe Biden is set to address the nation from the Oval Office.
The Sunday evening address comes as the country grapples with the implications of the unprecedented attack on a major political figure and the broader issues of political violence and national security it raises amid this year's presidential election.
The incident, which occurred on Saturday evening, left one rally attendee dead and two others critically injured. Trump, who is "fine" according to his spokesperson, sustained a minor injury when a bullet grazed his right ear. The gunman, identified by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, was killed by a Secret Service sniper at the scene.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Adeola Adeosun
Jul 14, 2024 at 06:12 PM EDT
Thomas Matthew Crooks’ Employer Releases Statement
The employer of Thomas Matthew Crooks, the shooter in former President Donald Trump's assassination attempt, released a statement on Sunday saying that "his background check was clean."
Crooks, 20, fired his rifle off a nearby roof at Trump, the presumptive 2024 GOP presidential nominee, while he was speaking at an outdoor rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday at around 6 p.m. ET. Trump was struck by a bullet that pierced his right ear, but he is "fine," according to his spokesperson. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating the shooting as an assassination attempt.
A Secret Service counter-sniper killed Crooks immediately after the shots were fired. One rally attendee, 50-year-old former firefighter Corey Comperatore, was killed in the shooting and two more are in critical condition, according to the Secret Service.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Rachel Dobkin
Jul 14, 2024 at 06:10 PM EDT
FBI Update on Donald Trump Assassination Attempt
The FBI released new details on Sunday during a press conference about the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, was speaking at his rally in Butler on Saturday evening when he was shot on stage, with a bullet hitting the upper part of his right ear. A spokesperson for Trump's campaign said on Saturday that the former president was "fine" and was "being checked out at a local medical facility." Trump was released from the hospital later that night.
The suspected gunman, now identified by the FBI as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was shot and killed by the Secret Service. A rally attendee, 50-year-old former firefighter Corey Comperatore was also killed during the incident. Those injured, now identified as 57-year-old David Dutch of New Kensington, Pennsylvania, and 74-year-old James Copenhaver of Moon Township, Pennsylvania, are currently in stable condition.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Adeola Adeosun
Jul 14, 2024 at 06:07 PM EDT
Democratic congressman says staffer who posted inflammatory post about Trump shooting “no longer” employed
Democratic Rep. Bennie Thompson of Mississippi said Sunday that a staffer who made an inflammatory post about the assassination attempt of Donald Trump is "no longer in (his) employment."
A post on Facebook associated with the staffer's account suggested the gunman needed shooting lessons "so you don't miss next time."
Trump said he was shot in the ear during the shooting Saturday night.
In a statement to CNN, Thompson said, "I was made aware of a post made by a staff member and she is no longer in my employment."
The Clarion Ledger reported Sunday the post has since been deleted.
CNN has reached out to the staffer for comment.
-- CNN's Annie Grayer
Jul 14, 2024 at 06:01 PM EDT
‘We are fully prepared,’ Secret Service says of RNC security plan
The apparent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump at a rally Saturday did not prompt any changes to the U.S. Secret Service's security plan for the Republican National Convention that starts Monday, said Audrey Gibson-Cicchino, the Secret Service's coordinator for the convention, at a press briefing Sunday.
"We are fully prepared and have a comprehensive security plan in place and are ready to go," Gibson-Cicchino said.
Jul 14, 2024 at 05:58 PM EDT
Bethel Park School District Releases Statement About Former Student Thomas Matthew Crooks
Bethel Park School District confirmed that the alleged shooter in the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump is a graduate of Bethel Park High School. Thomas Matthew Crooks graduated from Bethel Park High School with the Class of 2022.
The school district wishes to express its sincere wishes for a speedy and complete recovery for Mr. Trump and those in attendance at the Saturday event who may have been physically harmed or emotionally impacted by these tragic events. We offer special condolences to the family of Mr. Corey Comperatore, who was killed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Our school district will cooperate fully with the active law enforcement investigation surrounding this case, and as such, we are limited in what we can publicly disclose.
Moving forward, we will work closely with law enforcement investigators and share information as appropriate regarding school district policies, the active investigation, and law enforcement protocols.
Otherwise, we would direct all media inquiries to those handling the investigation for more information.
Jul 14, 2024 at 05:49 PM EDT
How Trump’s Assassination Attempt May Change Republican National Convention
In the aftermath of Saturday evening's assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, the Republican National Convention (RNC), set to begin tomorrow, is facing potential changes.
The RNC, scheduled to run from Monday, July 15 through Thursday, July 18, is expected to host upwards of 50,000 guests, including delegates who will nominate Trump as the GOP's presidential candidate. This will be Trump's third nomination, following his 2016, 2020, and 2024 campaign runs.
The former president was shot on stage during his rally on Saturday evening, with a bullet hitting the upper part of his right ear. Two rally attendees were critically injured, and one spectator, 50-year-old former firefighter Corey Comperatore, died. The 20-year-old shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, is deceased after being neutralized by security.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Mandy Taheri
Jul 14, 2024 at 05:48 PM EDT
Police Officer Found Trump Shooter on Roof Minutes Before Shooting: Report
Before gunshots erupted at former President Donald Trump's campaign rally on Saturday, one police officer had confronted the now identified shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks on the roof of a nearby building, according to two law enforcement officials who spoke to the Associated Press on Sunday.
Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, was speaking at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday evening when he was shot on stage, with a bullet hitting the upper part of his right ear. The suspected gunman, now identified by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as 20-year-old Crooks of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, was shot and killed by the Secret Service. A rally attendee, 50-year-old former firefighter Corey Comperatore was also killed during the incident. Those injured, now identified as 57-year-old David Dutch of New Kensington, Pennsylvania, and 74-year-old James Copenhaver of Moon Township, Pennsylvania, are in stable condition.
A spokesperson for Trump's campaign said on Saturday that the former president was "fine" and was "being checked out at a local medical facility." Trump was released from the hospital later that night.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Natalie Venegas
Jul 14, 2024 at 05:19 PM EDT
Trump rally shooter was rejected from high school rifle club
The man suspected of shooting Donald Trump previously sought to join his high school's rifle club, but was rejected and asked not to return, two students who were members of the team at the time told ABC News.
The suspect, Thomas Crooks, attended what was described as "preseason" for the rifle club, which is held before tryouts, but he did not make it to the tryouts, the two team members said. Both students said Crooks was a "bad shot," with one adding that he wasn't the right "fit."
"He didn't just not make the team -- he was asked not to come back because how bad of a shot he was. It was considered like, dangerous," classmate Jameson Myers told ABC News.
"On the first day of preseason, he basically couldn't even hit the target," Myers said.
The team's coach declined to comment and referred questions to the school district. A spokesman for the school district did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
-ABC News' Olivia Rubin
Jul 14, 2024 at 05:10 PM EDT
FBI says it has seen no specific threats against RNC or attendees
The FBI, the lead intelligence agency for the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, said it has seen no known "specific and articulated threats" against the convention or anyone attending the event.
Jul 14, 2024 at 05:09 PM EDT
Secret Service Update on RNC Security After Trump Shooting: No Changes
The Secret Services said during a press conference in Milwaukee at Republican National Convention said they will NOT comment on assassination attempt and refer all questions to Washington HQ.
The also repeatedly said there are "no changes" being made to the security plan for the event.
Jul 14, 2024 at 05:00 PM EDT
Ivanka Trump says her late mother was “watching over Dad last night” during rally shooting
Ivanka Trump says she believes Ivana was "watching over Dad last night," after former President Donald Trump survived the shots fired at him during a rally in Pennsylvania.
"Two years ago today, my mom passed away," Ivanka Trump shared on X Sunday morning which is the anniversary of her mother's death. "I believe she was watching over Dad last night during the attempt on his life."
Ivana Trump was the mother of Donald Jr., Ivanka and Eric Trump. She died in 2022 at the age of 73.
"I miss her every day and pray for the safety of the family and friends she left behind," Ivanka said.
Jul 14, 2024 at 04:57 PM EDT
Surviving Trump Rally Victims: Everything We Know
etails are limited in the aftermath of the shocking shooting at former President Donald Trump's campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, but key information has emerged about the victims and the circumstances surrounding this violent event.
An apparent attempt on Trump's life on Saturday took the life of one rally attendee and injured two others.
On Sunday, law enforcement released the names of the two people injured in the shooting — 57-year-old David Dutch, of New Kensington, Pennsylvania, and 74-year-old James Copenhaver, of Moon Township, Pennsylvania. Both of their conditions have been upgraded from critical to stable, according to the Pennsylvania State Police.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Adeola Adeosun
Jul 14, 2024 at 04:48 PM EDT
Wisconsin Gov requests Secret Service reconsider “immediately” allowing firearms within soft perimeter of RNC
Wisconsin Governor Evers is requesting the Secret Service toreconsider "immediately" allowing firearms within soft perimeter of Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Jul 14, 2024 at 04:28 PM EDT
Nikki Haley now invited to speak at RNC
Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley will speak Tuesday at the Republican National Convention in what will be a highly anticipated speech by former President Donald Trump's last major challenger in this year's GOP primary.
Haley, who was also elected twice as South Carolina governor, initially was not among the list of speakers but has since been added to the schedule, according to Haley spokesperson Chaney Denton.
The schedule change was confirmed by a Republican official who is familiar with the convention plans but was not authorized to speak publicly.
--The Associated Press
Jul 14, 2024 at 04:27 PM EDT
Trump rally shooter’s family is cooperating with the investigation, FBI says
The shooter's family is cooperating with federal investigators, according to an FBI official.
Relatives of Thomas Matthew Crooks of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, have not returned multiple messages from The Associated Press seeking comment.
--The Associated Press
Jul 14, 2024 at 04:24 PM EDT
Who Is Corey Comperatore? Trump Rally Victim Killed Identified
Corey Comperatore, a former volunteer fire chief from Pennsylvania, was identified as the victim in the shooting incident at a rally for former President Donald Trump on Saturday.
The shooting occurred at the Butler Farm Showgrounds in Pennsylvania. Reports indicate that Comperatore was shielding his daughter from the gunfire when he was fatally shot by Thomas Matthew Crooks.
Just six minutes into his speech Saturday, Trump, the presumptive Republican Presidential nominee, said a bullet pierced part of his ear when a gunman opened fire at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Emily Marsden
Jul 14, 2024 at 04:13 PM EDT
Kid Rock Issues Intense 8-Word Warning After Donald Trump Shooting
Ardent Trump supporter Kid Rock issued an intense, profanity-filled message in the wake of the assassination attempt on the former president.
"You f*** with Trump, you f*** with me," the 53-year-old rocker shouted in a selfie video posted on Instagram, pointing at the camera. Kid Rock, who shared the clip on Saturday, July 13 — hours after Trump was shot in the ear at a rally in Pennsylvania — wore a "White Boy of the Year" baseball cap while shirtless in the footage.
His post received support from fellow country artists like Randy Houser ("Motherf***ing right," Houser commented) as well as Donald Trump Jr., who reacted to the "All Summer Long" artist's rallying cry with three American flag emojis.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Michelle McGahan
Jul 14, 2024 at 04:10 PM EDT
Thomas Matthew Crooks Update: Details Emerge About Weapons Arsenal
As the investigation into the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump at his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, remains ongoing, more details have been revealed on Sunday about suspect Thomas Matthew Crooks' weapons arsenal.
Trump, the presumptive Republican nominee, was speaking at his rally in Butler on Saturday afternoon when shots began to ring out. The former president was then seen grabbing his right ear with blood coming down his face as security agents descended. The suspected gunman, now identified by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as 20-year-old Crooks of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, was shot and killed by the Secret Service. In addition, a rally attendee was also killed during the incident and two others were critically injured.
With the FBI as the lead agency on the investigation, working alongside the Secret Service and local law enforcement, more details are emerging about Crooks' efforts before the shooting including weapons he had in his possession.
On Sunday, it was revealed the firearm recovered at the scene of the shooting was legally purchased by Crooks' father after an urgent trace was conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), ABC News reported citing multiple law enforcement sources.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Natalie Venegas
Jul 14, 2024 at 04:03 PM EDT
FBI director says rally shooting investigators ‘will leave no stone unturned’
FBI Director Christopher Wray says authorities "will leave no stone unturned" in their investigation of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
In a call with reporters Sunday, Wray called the shooting an "attack on democracy and our democratic process."
"An attempt to assassinate a presidential candidate can only be described as absolutely despicable and will not be tolerated in this country," Wray said.
--The Associated Press
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:54 PM EDT
FBI says violent political rhetoric is ‘ticking up’ after the attempted assassination of Donald Trump
FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate says threatening online rhetoric has been "ticking up" since the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.
He says people are going online to pose as the shooter, who was killed by U.S. Secret Service.
Abbate says they are aware of the increased activity and monitoring it closely.
--The Associated Press
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:53 PM EDT
FBI has not yet identified any threatening writing, social media posts from Trump rally shooter
FBI officials say they believe the Trump rally shooter acted alone.
They have not yet identified an ideology, but they are combing through his social media feeds and the shooter's weapons. So far, they have not found any threatening writing or social media posts.
FBI officials said they have located a suspicious device and defused it. They have received more than 2,000 tips.
--The Associated Press
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:52 PM EDT
FBI investigating Trump rally attack as attempted assassination and act of domestic terror, motive unclear
The FBI says it is investigating the Trump rally shooting as an attempted assassination and also an act of domestic terrorism.
The gunman was not previously on the radar screen of the FBI. He's believed to have acted alone.
The FBI defines domestic terrorism as acts inside the U.S. that are intended to intimidate or coerce civilians or influence government policy. The motive is still unclear.
--The Associated Press
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:49 PM EDT
Volunteer fire company remembers rally shooting victim
A crew was power-washing the front of the Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Company on Sunday with plans to install memorial drapery to honor the slain former chief, Corey Comperatore.
Assistant Chief Ricky Heasley of Sarver, who knew Comperatore for more than a decade, remembers him as very outgoing and full of life.
"He never had a bad word," Heasley said.
A GoFundMe launched to support Comperatore's family had already surpassed more than $180,000 in donations as of Sunday.
-- The Associated Press
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:48 PM EDT
Marco Violi, Wrongly ID’d as Trump Shooter, Speaks Out: ‘Leave Me Alone’
Italian journalist Marco Violi spoke out late Saturday night after being wrongly identified as the shooter in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump, telling people on social media to, "leave me alone."
Trump, the presumptive 2024 GOP presidential nominee, was struck by a bullet that pierced his right ear at an outdoor campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday at around 6 p.m. ET. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is calling it an assassination attempt.
Early Sunday morning the FBI identified the shooter as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, who was quickly killed by a Secret Service counter-sniper.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Rachel Dobkin
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:29 PM EDT
Trump Support Already Prominent at RNC
A photo of former President Donald Trump with supporters is shown at Fiserv Forum during preparations for the upcoming Republican National Convention, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Sunday.
The convention kicks off tomorrow. Trump still plans to speak on Thursday and is currently heading there now.
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:26 PM EDT
Trump heading to Milwaukee for GOP convention on Sunday afternoon
Former President Donald Trump is on his way to Milwaukee this Sunday afternoon ahead of the Republican National Convention.
Trump said on his Truth Social platform that he was going to delay his trip after Saturday's apparent assassination attempt, but decided he cannot "allow a 'shooter,' or potential assassin, to force change to scheduling, or anything else."
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:21 PM EDT
Local police officer encountered shooter before he fired towards Trump: AP sources
Not long before shots rang out, rally goers noticed a man climbing to the top of a roof of a nearby building and warned local law enforcement, two law enforcement officials told The Associated Press.
One officer climbed to the roof and encountered Thomas Matthew Crooks, who pointed his rifle at the officer.
The officer retreated down the ladder and Crooks quickly took a shot toward former President Donald Trump, and that's when the U.S. Secret Service counter snipers shot him, said the officials who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity to discuss an ongoing investigation.
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:17 PM EDT
Thomas Matthew Crooks described as ‘lonely,’ ‘quiet’
Former classmates of the suspected shooter, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, described him to ABC News as a student who was "quiet" and did not have many friends.
"He was somebody who came across as lonely a lot," said Jameson Myers, who said he attended both elementary and high school with Crooks.
Myers described him as "more socially reserved" and someone who "didn't have a ton of friends."
But he said he never heard Crooks discuss politics or, specifically, Donald Trump.
"I was friends with him. He never acted, like, by any means, a political revolutionary," Myers said. "Was a very nice, even sweet guy, from what I knew."
Another classmate, Zoe Materkowski, said he was "just a quiet kid."
-ABC News' Olivia Rubin and Peter Charalambous
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:06 PM EDT
Thomas Matthew Cooks Update: Gunman’s employer releases statement
The nursing home where Thomas Matthew Cooks worked as a dietary aide released a statement.
Bethal Park Skilled and Rehabilitation Administrator Marcia Grimm said they are "shocked and saddened."
Jul 14, 2024 at 02:57 PM EDT
Joe Biden Gives Secret Service New Instructions After Trump Shooting
President Joe Biden spoke to the nation about the importance of unity and announced increased security following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
Saturday's shooting sparked debate about the efficiency of the Secret Service and raised questions about the level of protection Trump and other presidential candidates, including Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., receive. Some blamed Biden for Trump and Kennedy not having more protection and while Secret Service agents were praised for the heroism, the agency was also criticized for its perceived failure to secure the area. The shooting comes as Trump and other high profile Republicans are preparing to attend the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Monday.
Biden announced on Sunday that he directed the head of the Secret Service to "review all security measures, all security measures, for the Republican National Convention."
READ MORE from Newsweek's Mandy Taheri
Jul 14, 2024 at 02:44 PM EDT
Floridians show support for Donald Trump
All around the world, including Florida, Donald Trump supporters were spotted throughout the Sunshine State.
Parishioners at Community Bible Baptist Church observe a moment of silence during services Sunday in Pinellas Park, Fla.
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Linda Kubilius, 68, of Clearwater, shows her support for Trump along with others along Court Street on Sunday in Clearwater, Fla.
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A group waves flags and signs in support of former President Donald Trump along Court Street on Sunday in Clearwater, Fla.
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Tom Sartori, 72, of Holiday, holds a sign along with others as the group waves flags in support of former President Donald Trump along Court Street on Sunday in Clearwater, Fla.
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Jul 14, 2024 at 02:20 PM EDT
Biden says assassination attempt on Trump is ‘contrary to everything we stand for as a nation’
President Joe Biden says he'll address the nation from the Oval Office on Sunday evening at 8 p.m. following the apparent assassination attempt of Donald Trump at a political rally.
Biden spoke briefly Sunday afternoon saying he and Jill Biden were praying for the family of the person killed at the rally and that he was sincerely grateful that Trump is "doing well and recovering."
Biden says: "There's no place in America for this kind of violence, or any violence for that matter."
Jul 14, 2024 at 02:12 PM EDT
Massive Groups of NYC Trump Fans Show Support outside Trump Tower
Massive groups of Donald Trump fans gathered to show support outside Trump Tower in New York City on Sunday after the assassination attempt on the former president.
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Jul 14, 2024 at 01:50 PM EDT
Thomas Matthew Crooks Photo
CBS News obtained a photo of Thomas Matthew Cooks who has been identified by the FBI identified suspect in the Trump assassination attempt.
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Jul 14, 2024 at 01:18 PM EDT
Pennsylvania governor declined to provide updates on conditions of two other victims
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro declined to discuss condition of two others who were injured in shooting.
The governor also ordered flags to be flown at half staff in Corey Comperatore's honor.
"His wife shared with me that he dove on his family to protect them," Gov. Shapiro said.
He also said the family "have some very challenging times ahead of them. They will have an empty seat at their dinner table for the rest of their lives."
Jul 14, 2024 at 01:05 PM EDT
WATCH: Pennsylvania governor honors rally victim killed ‘Corey died a hero’
Gov. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro described Corey Comperatore was a former fire chief from the area who loved his family, Shapiro said.
"Corey died a hero. Corey dove on his family to protect them last night," the governor said.
Jul 14, 2024 at 12:51 PM EDT
WATCH LIVE: Biden to deliver remarks shortly to provide updates on Trump Assassination
President Joe Biden will deliver remarks at 1:30 p.m. to provide updates on the Donald Trump assassination attempt.
Jul 14, 2024 at 12:29 PM EDT
Corey Comperatore identified as Trump rally victim: ‘Best dad a girl could ever ask for’
The man who was killed at Trump's Pennsylvania rally has been identified as former fire chief for Buffalo Township, Corey Comperatore.
Comperatore's last act on this planet was shielding his daughter from the bullets.
"The PA Trump Rally claimed the life of my brother, Corey Comperatore. The hatred for one man took the life of the one man we loved the most."
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"He was a hero that shielded his daughters. His wife and girls just lived through the unthinkable and unimaginable," his sister said on FB.
"My baby brother just turned 50 and had so much life left to experience. Hatred has no limits and love has no bounds. Pray for my sister-in-law, nieces, my mother, sister, me and his nieces and nephews as this feels like a terrible nightmare but we know it is our painful reality."
Jul 14, 2024 at 12:25 PM EDT
Bomb squad arrives at home of Thomas Matthew Crooks
The bomb squad has just arrived to the shooter's home on Milford drive in Bethel Park after authorities found explosive devices in the car of the man who officials say tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump, according to people briefed on the investigation.
The car, which was driven by Thomas Matthew Crooks, was parked near the Trump rally in Butler, Pa., on Saturday, the people said.
Police received reports of suspicious packages around where the shooter was, authorities said, prompting them to deploy bomb technicians.
Investigators were still working to make sure the scene was clear well into the night. They also searched Crooks' home and spoke with his family.
Jul 14, 2024 at 12:12 PM EDT
Dave Portnoy Reacts to Trump Shooting With Fan Edit Video
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy reacted to the assassination attempt on Donald Trump by sharing a fan edit video of the immediate aftermath.
"The Hardest Edit of All Time. #trump," Portnoy captioned the clip, which depicted the former president raising a fist to the sky in a show of strength just moments after he had been shot in the ear at a rally in Pennsylvania. "Fight, fight, fight," Trump said, per Reuters — a rallying cry to his supporters, who loudly cheered in response.
READ MORE by Newsweek's Michelle McGahan
Jul 14, 2024 at 12:07 PM EDT
Thomas Matthew Crooks’ Discord account was rarely used
The FBI identified suspect in the Trump assassination attempt, Thomas Matthew Crooks, had a Discord account.
The company said in a statement to Kotaku it has "no evidence that it was used to plan this incident or discuss his political views."
"We have identified an account that appears to be linked to the suspect; it was rarely utilized and have found no evidence that it was used to plan this incident or discuss this political views. Discord strongly condemns violence of any kind, including political violence, and we will continue to coordinate closely with law enforcement."
Jul 14, 2024 at 11:43 AM EDT
House intelligence chair says officials must get to bottom of ‘security failure’ at Trump rally shooting
GOP Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio addressed the assassination attempt on Donald Trump Sunday when he was speaking on CNN's "State of the Union."
"How is it that someone could get on a roof with a superior position, with a weapon, and attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump?" he asked. "It's just unthinkable, unfathomable. We need to know, is this a protocol failure? Is this a resources issue? Or is this just a failure of those who were on site that day?"
He added: "Along with Donald Trump, our democracy dodged a bullet yesterday."
Jul 14, 2024 at 11:37 AM EDT
Lindsey Graham calls Trump’s Reaction ‘Iconic Moment in American History’
In an interview on Meet the Press, Senator Lindsey Graham expressed his relief and affection for Donald Trump following an assassination attempt.
"I am grateful he's not hurt, and I love you. We were supposed to play golf this morning. I talked to him three times; he was excited about playing golf and thought he had something to help my swing," Graham shared, highlighting Trump's human side, mentioning his five children and five grandchildren.
Graham called for national soul-searching, saying, "I wish I could say I'm surprised, but I've been worried for a very long time. The rhetoric is way too hot, but I'm grateful he made it. It feels like the hand of God or fate, but let's not forget a man lost his life by attending a political rally and other people are hurt. Let's blame the shooter, but let's all try to do better."
Reflecting on Trump's initial reaction to the incident, Graham remarked, "His initial reaction will be an iconic moment in American history. He raised his fist..." Graham emphasized the need to be grateful and improve, "There's a lot of frustration on our side, but I'm grateful today that he's alive. We'll have a chance to talk about what's best for America. For today, let's be grateful and all try to do better. I don't want to go down that road right now."
Graham noted that Trump is determined to stay on schedule and needs to pick a VP, acknowledging the Republican base's adoration for Trump. He appreciated the positive remarks from Democratic colleagues and President Biden's call to Trump. "America is traumatized. I'm grateful and mindful of how this could have happened. There will be plenty of time to talk politics," Graham concluded.
-- Newsweek's Gabe Whisnant
Jul 14, 2024 at 11:12 AM EDT
Who Runs the Secret Service? Kimberly Cheatle Under Fire After Trump Attack
After former President Donald Trump's assassination attempt on Saturday during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, some have raised concerns online over the U.S. Secret Services' failure to prevent the shooting, with some calling for Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to resign.
Cheatle was sworn in on September 2022 and has over 7,800 employees under her leadership. Before coming to the Secret Service, Cheatle was PepsiCo's senior director in global security, which "involved developing risk management assessment and risk mitigation strategies," according to her bio on the Secret Service website.
Cheatle is not new to the Secret Service. Before working for Pepsi, she served 27 years in the agency. Some of her prior roles at the agency include Special Agent in Charge of the Atlanta Field Office and, more recently, Assistant Director of the Office of Protective Operations.
Newsweek has reached out to the Secret Service via email on Sunday morning for comment about concerns about the Secret Service's failure to prevent the shooting.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Rachel Dobkin
Jul 14, 2024 at 10:58 AM EDT
‘Thought they would search the houses,’ resident near Trump rally shooting says
A Butler County resident whose house is one of the closest properties to the scene of the Trump rally shooting told ABC News she was surprised that the Secret Service did not search her home ahead of the event.
"I thought that would be something that they would do since I live so close," Carol Kerr, 82, told ABC News by phone early Sunday morning.
Kerr's house on Meridian Road is roughly a quarter of a mile from both the stage where the former president was speaking on Saturday and the location where the shooter is believed to have been firing from.
"I thought they would search the houses that are as close as mine is," Kerr said. "At least check them out and see if you have anything in your house which is dangerous, which I don't."
-ABC News' Jared Kofsky
Jul 14, 2024 at 10:51 AM EDT
Explosives devices found in Thomas Matthews Crooks car: Sources
The Wall Street Journal is reporting authorities found explosive devices in the car of the man who officials say tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump, according to people briefed on the investigation.
The car, which was driven by Thomas Matthew Crooks, was parked near the Trump rally in Butler, Pa., on Saturday, the people said.
Police received reports of suspicious packages around where the shooter was, authorities said, prompting them to deploy bomb technicians.
Investigators were still working to make sure the scene was clear well into the night. They also searched Crooks' home and spoke with his family.
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Jul 14, 2024 at 10:41 AM EDT
Melania Trump Breaks Silence on Gunman After Assassination Attempt: ‘Monster’
The former First lady Melania Trump released a statement on X about the assassination attempt on her husband during Saturday's rally, calling the gunman a "monster."
"A monster who recognized my husband as an inhuman political machine attempted to ring out Donald's passion - his laughter, ingenuity, love of music, and inspiration."
She also talks about moment she "watched bullet strike my husband, Donald, I realized my life, and Barron's life, were on the brink of devastating change."
READ MORE from Newsweek's Mandy Taheri
Jul 14, 2024 at 10:28 AM EDT
Trump Campaign Launches GoFundMe After Shooting
A GoFundMe page set up to support the victims and families of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has surpassed $200,000.
Alleged gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks killed one man and critically injured two others when he opened fire on Saturday evening during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, grazing Trump's ear.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Flynn Nicholls
Jul 14, 2024 at 10:19 AM EDT
WATCH: Police Reveal New Details In Trump Attempted Assassination
Jul 14, 2024 at 10:17 AM EDT
Russia Blames Trump Shooting on ‘Atmosphere’ Created by Biden Government
The "atmosphere" created by President Joe Biden's administration led to Saturday's attempted assassination of Donald Trump, a Kremlin spokesperson has suggested, as investigations into the shooting that injured the presumptive Republican presidential nominee continue.
"We do not think and do not believe that the attempt to eliminate presidential candidate Trump was organized by the current government," Dmitry Peskov said on Sunday, in comments reported by Russian state news agency, Tass.
"But the atmosphere that was created by this administration during the political struggle, the atmosphere around candidate Trump, it is precisely this that provoked what America is facing today," Peskov said.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Ellie Cook
Jul 14, 2024 at 10:12 AM EDT
Thomas Matthew Crooks’ Neighbors Evacuated as Police Swarm Shooter’s Home
Law enforcement block a street in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, that they say was a residence of Thomas Matthew Crooks, the suspected shooter of former President Donald Trump, Sunday.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Natalie Venegas
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Jul 14, 2024 at 10:07 AM EDT
Gun used in Trump’s apparent assassination attempt possibly bought by suspect’s father
Two law enforcement officials tell The Associated Press investigators believe the gun was bought by the father of Thomas Matthew Crooks, who's been identified as the shooter, at least six months ago.
The officials said federal agents are still working to understand when and how Crooks obtained the gun and gather additional information about him as they worked to try to identify a possible motive.
The investigation is focused on Crooks. The officials were not authorized to publicly discuss details of the investigation and spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity.
Jul 14, 2024 at 10:00 AM EDT
Mike Pence says ‘No Place in America for Political Violence’
Former Vice President Mike Pence issued an updated statement on Sunday morning after the assassination attempt on Donald Trump condemning political violence.
"Karen and I thank God that President Trump is safe and recovering following yesterday's attempted assassination and are grateful for the swift response by Secret Service that undoubtedly saved lives. We are praying for his full recovery and for those lost and injured in this horrific attack. There is no place in America for political violence and it must be universally condemned," he wrote in a post on X.
Jul 14, 2024 at 09:38 AM EDT
CNN’s Response to Donald Trump Shooting Sparks Fury
Prominent conservative figures have reacted with fury after CNN special correspondent Jamie Gangel said Donald Trump mouthing what she claimed was "fight, fight, fight" in the aftermath of Saturday's assassination attempt was "not the message that we want to be sending right now."
Speaking live on air Gangel said: "I do want to say that when I watched the tape there was one thing I found, because of all the heated rhetoric, and that is that after he was hit, former President Trump got up and said 'fight, fight, fight, fight.' I think what we're hearing from people is that's not the message that we want to be sending right now. We want to damp it down."
READ MORE from Newsweek's James Bickerton
Jul 14, 2024 at 09:19 AM EDT
Stephen King’s Trump Shooting Comment Sparks Outrage
Author Stephen King has sparked outrage after posting a comment about the Donald Trump shooting on Saturday.
Alluding to the weapon used in the incident, King posted: "An AR-15 style semiautomatic rifle was used in the Butler shooting. These are the guns the Republican party—and Trump—want to protect."
Immediately, the author's post was inundated with responses.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Emma Marsden
Jul 14, 2024 at 09:15 AM EDT
John Fetterman calls it ‘shocking’ and a ‘dark day for the nation’
John Fetterman condemned the assassination attempt on Donald Trump when speaking to CNN on Sunday about the shooting saying "it's not about politics."
He called it "shocking" and an "incredibly dark day".
The Pennsylvania Democrat who lives about an hour from where the rally shooting unfolded said, "So sad that is this is the kind of place where we are in our nation."
Jul 14, 2024 at 09:05 AM EDT
Who is Thomas Matthew Crooks: What We Know About Trump Shooting Suspect
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has named a 20-year-old Pennsylvania man as the subject involved in an assassination attempt on former U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday.
"The FBI has identified Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, as the subject involved in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump on July 13, in Butler, Pennsylvania," a Sunday morning statement said. "This remains an active and ongoing investigation."
Little else is known about Crooks at this time. A local media report indicates that Crooks graduated from Bethel Park High School in 2022. He was reportedly a registered Republican voter.
The FBI is the lead agency on the investigation, working alongside the Secret Service and local law enforcement.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Ellie Cook.
Jul 14, 2024 at 08:54 AM EDT
Thomas Matthew Crooks’ Neighbors Evacuated As Police Swarm Shooter’s Home
According to CBS News, law enforcement swarmed a Bethel Park home believed to be connected to the shooter in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump.
Public records show the home, located on Milford Drive in Bethel Park, is that of 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, who federal law enforcement officials identified as the shooter who opened fire at the rally in Butler on Saturday evening.
Neighbors have been evacuated as the search is being executed.
Jul 14, 2024 at 08:34 AM EDT
Assassination Attempt Will Change RNC Convention Security Plans
CNN is reporting the assassination attempt on Donald Trump's live will change the RNC convention, from moments of silences to the remarks and speeches delivered throughout the week.
Security measures will likely be enhanced as well. Officials on Sunday will be reexamining security plans for the Republican National Convention to determine whether any changes need to be made in light of Saturday's assassination attempt, a senior federal official told ABC News.
The RNC kicks off in Milwaukee on Monday.
Jul 14, 2024 at 08:22 AM EDT
Trump says he’ll still be speaking at the Republican National Convention
As he recovers from his New Jersey home after an assassination attempt, Donald Trump still plans to deliver the keynote speech later in the week at the RNC convention which kicks off Monday in Milwaukee.
"I truly love our Country, and love you all, and look forward to speaking to our Great Nation this week from Wisconsin," he said in his Sunday morning social media post.
Jul 14, 2024 at 08:19 AM EDT
Memo to Trump campaign staff following last night’s assassination attempt
Susie Wiles and Chris LaCivita memo to the Trump campaign staff following last night's assassination attempt.
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Jul 14, 2024 at 08:15 AM EDT
The Trump Shooting Sends the Nation Into Uncharted Territory | Opinion
If someone were genuinely in a position to upend our Constitution, destroy democracy, and lay waste to our valued American institutions, a visceral, even violent reaction might be understood from citizens committed to prevent it. But when those charges are the false smears of bitter partisans, no one should be surprised if one unhinged shooter acts on it anyway.
As I write this, we know almost nothing about the gunman who attempted to kill Donald Trump, so a detailed analysis of his motivation is yet to unfold. But we know what he intended to do, and that he came within inches of success. No matter what manifestos are now uncovered, no matter what perplexed friends, family and neighbors are about to be interviewed, there is a proper focus on the rank recklessness of rhetoric that has exploded political opposition into vicious personal attacks.
The attacks against Trump have long extended beyond harsh criticism of his policies. Since he launched his first presidential bid nine years ago, Democrats and a sliver of freaked-out Republicans have made the choice to shelve issue debates in favor of personal slanders, painting him as a monster who poses a threat to the nation's soul.
READ MORE from Mark Davis
Jul 14, 2024 at 08:04 AM EDT
Russian State TV Boss Compares Donald Trump Shooting to JFK Assassination
A prominent Russian state media figure has compared the apparent assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Pennsylvania on Saturday to the killing of former President John F. Kennedy as federal and local authorities plough on with investigations into the shooting of the Republican presidential frontrunner.
"When all other options for getting rid of an inconvenient president have been exhausted, good old Lee Harvey Oswald is brought in," Margarita Simonyan, the head of Russia's state-run RT outlet, said in a statement published on social media on Sunday.
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Lee Harvey Oswald was charged with assassinating President John F. Kennedy in November 1963 before he himself was killed by a member of the public days later.
"Watching America is like watching a TV series where the writers have long since run out of imagination and they repeat themselves from episode to episode, but you have already become accustomed to the characters," Simonyan said in a post to messaging app Telegram.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Ellie Cook
Jul 14, 2024 at 07:52 AM EDT
In new post, Donald Trump calls for unity after his apparent assassination attempt
In the post on his social media network, the former president also thanked "everyone for your thoughts and prayers yesterday, as it was God alone who prevented the unthinkable from happening."
"We will FEAR NOT, but instead remain resilient in our Faith and Defiant in the face of Wickedness," he said.
Trump also said, "Our love goes out to the other victims and their families" and he said he's praying "for the recovery of those who were wounded, and hold in our hearts the memory of the citizen who was so horribly killed."
"In this moment, it is more important than ever that we stand United, and show our True Character as Americans, remaining Strong and Determined, and not allowing Evil to Win," he adds.
READ MORE from Newsweek's Emma Marsden
Jul 14, 2024 at 07:40 AM EDT
Donald Trump’s Chances of Winning Election Soar After Shooting
Donald Trump is significantly more likely to win the 2024 presidential election after an apparent attempt to assassinate him on Saturday left him injured, according to a leading bookmaker.
A gunman opened fire on a Trump rally near Butler, in Pennsylvania, on Saturday, killing one attendee and leaving two others seriously wounded, according to a Secret Service spokesperson.
Broadcast footage from the event showed Trump was struck on his right ear, leaving it bleeding, before he was surrounded by Secret Service agents and led from the stage after defiantly raising his hand in a clenched fist. The suspected attacker, who the FBI identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was shot and killed by return fire.
On Saturday, prior to the assassination attempt, Trump's odds of winning the 2024 presidential election were 8/15 (65.2 percent) according to William Hill, a U.K. based betting company. However, after the shooting, this was slashed to a 4/11 (73.3 percent) chance of Trump achieving victory.
READ MORE from Newsweek's James Bickerton
Jul 14, 2024 at 07:08 AM EDT
Read Full Coverage of Trump Assassination Attempt Across Newsweek
As the US wakes up to the developments around last night's attempted assassination of Donald Trump, Newsweek has all the latest lines.
The FBI have identified the shooter as Thomas Matthew Crooks - here's everything we know about him so far.
There are big questions for the Secret Service after a video appeared to show rally attendees spotting the shooter moments before the incident played out. Witnesses have also expressed similar concerns.
Donald Trump has spoken out on Truth Social, while the attack has been condemned by President Biden and a range of other political leaders.
Meanwhile, conspiracy theories about the incident have already begun to spread online.
Jul 14, 2024 at 06:14 AM EDT
Trump Backs GoFundMe For Victims
Donald Trump has launched a GoFundMe to raise money for victims of the shooting last night in Pennsylvania.
The GoFundMe has been set up by Meredith O'Rourke, Trump's National Finance Director and Senior Advisor. The page says:
"President Donald Trump has authorized this account as a place for donations to the supporters and families wounded or killed in today's brutal and horrific assassination attempt. All donations will be directed to these proud Americans as they grieve and recover. May God bless and unite our nation."
It has already raised more than $200,000 as of 6am E.T.
Jul 14, 2024 at 05:51 AM EDT
Trump Interest Spikes on Google
Unsurprisingly, Google is showing that the interest in Donald Trump globally this morning is at a three-year high.
The graphic below shows the volume of searches in Trump's name across the past 10 years. The interest in the assassination attempt has only been topped by Trump's performance in the elections of 2016 and 2020.
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Jul 14, 2024 at 05:29 AM EDT
Boebert and Taylor Greene Blame Biden, Democrats
Republican representatives Lauren Boebert and Marjorie Taylor Greene have laid the blame for the attempted assassination on Trump's political opponents.
Lauren Boebert told local news, "Joe Biden is responsible for the shooting", and tweeted "Shame on him."
Meanwhile Marjorie Taylor Greene took to X to say, "The Democrats and the media are to blame for every drop of blood spilled today."
Jul 14, 2024 at 04:02 AM EDT
Donald Trump’s family react to shooting.
The family of former President Donald Trump has reacted to his assassination attempt.
In a post on Instagram and X, Ivanka slammed the "senseless violence" and paid tribute to her father.
Eric Trump shared an image of his father after the shooting attempt with the message: "This is the fighter America needs!"
Donald Trump Jr. also posted a message of support. "He'll never stop fighting to Save America," he said alongside the same image used by Eric.
Jul 14, 2024 at 03:54 AM EDT
FBI names shooting suspect
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) said it had identified Thomas Matthew Crooks as the "subject involved" in the shooting of former President Donald Trump.
"The FBI has identified Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, as the subject involved in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump on July 13, in Butler, Pennsylvania," a Sunday morning statement said.
Jul 14, 2024 at 12:14 AM EDT
Police also not IDing other victims
Police officials speaking at this press conference are saying they are not yet prepared to identify the other three victims of today's shooting, just that all were adult men. One person was killed and two were injured, not including the shooter or the former president, who was injured in his ear.
Read more from Newsweek's Monica Sager.
Jul 14, 2024 at 12:09 AM EDT
Trump shooting investigators can’t be sure gunman was “lone wolf”
Lt. Col. George Bivens of the Pennsylvania State Police says there is "no reason to believe" there is a remaining threat to the public. But he also said it was "too early" to say this was a lone wolf attack.
Jul 14, 2024 at 12:01 AM EDT
Police not prepared to ID shooter
Law enforcement officials speaking at a press conference right now say they have a suspect in the attempted assassination of Donald Trump but are not prepared to identify the person.
Police said they were following up on reports that witnesses had flagged law enforcement about "suspicious occurrences" before the shooting.
Jul 13, 2024 at 11:19 PM EDT
Trump has departed Butler
Former President Trump has departed the Butler area, according to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro. In a statement, Shapiro said he was thankful to hear that Trump was "fine" and condemned the attempt on his life.
It is not known where Trump is headed.
Jul 13, 2024 at 10:56 PM EDT
Ackman formally endorses Trump
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman — a former Democratic donor who has since become very critical of both President Biden and the left — has formally endorsed Donald Trump for the 2024 U.S. presidential election in the wake of the attempt on his life.
In a lengthy post on X, Ackman said:"I am going to formally endorse @realDonaldTrump. I came to this decision some time ago as many @X followers have already understood from my supportive posts of Trump and my criticisms of @POTUS Biden."
Ackman's official endorsement comes after that of Elon Musk, who also threw his support behind Trump following the attempted assassination.
Jul 13, 2024 at 10:46 PM EDT
Ronny Jackson says nephew was hit with bullet
Rep. Ronny Jackson of Texas says his nephew's neck was grazed by a bullet at the rally in Butler today.
Jackson, a Republican who was on Trump White House medical team, said in an interview on Fox News that his nephew was in a "friends and family" section at the rally when shots rang out.
"He was grazed in the neck, a bullet crossed his neck, cut his neck and he was bleeding," Jackson told Sean Hannity. Jackson himself was not at the event.
Jul 13, 2024 at 10:39 PM EDT
FBI takes over investigation
The FBI says it is now assuming the role of lead federal law enforcement agency into the investigation of the shooting at former President Donald Trump's rally.
"Special agents of the FBI Pittsburgh Field Office responded immediately, to include crisis response team members and evidence response technicians," the statement reads. "We will continue to support this investigation with the U.S. Secret Service and state and local law enforcement."
Anyone with information that can assist the FBI is asked to call the tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI.
Jul 13, 2024 at 10:37 PM EDT
Biden and Trump have spoken
President Biden and former President Trump have spoken after the shooting in Butler, Penn., according to the pool traveling with the president. Biden also spoke with the mayor of Butler and the governor of Pennsylvania.
Earlier in the evening, Biden said in his remarks to the nation that he had attempted to get a hold of Trump but had at that point been unsuccessful because the former president was with his medical staff.
Jul 13, 2024 at 10:35 PM EDT
How far apart were Trump and the alleged gunman?
A map shows the approximate areas where former President Donald Trump and his alleged shooter were positioned during the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Saturday evening.
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Jul 13, 2024 at 10:26 PM EDT
Video footage from outside the security perimeter at the Butler rally shows what appears be the body of the alleged shooter who fired at Trump on the roof of a low-slung building. The man appears to be wearing some kind of tan or camoflauge clothing.
Jul 13, 2024 at 10:25 PM EDT
Police stand guard at Trump Tower
Law enforcement have gathered outside of Trump Tower in New York City tonight out of an "abundance of caution" after a gunman opened fire at the former president's rally in Pennsylvania.
Shortly after the shooting, New York City Mayor Eric Adams' office said there would be an increased police presence across the entire city.
"The NYPD is surging officers to certain sites across the five boroughs," Adams wrote on X.
Trump supporters are also gathering in front of Trump Tower, as well as a group outside of his Florida residence, Mar-a-Lago.
Jul 13, 2024 at 10:19 PM EDT
Photo appears to show bullet “flying in the air”
A photo captured by New York Times photographer Doug Mills seems to show the bullet "flying in the air" beside former President Donald Trump's head.
The photo shows a gray line just above Trump's left shoulder. Another photo Mills took shows Trump placing his hand on his ear, and a third shows blood on his hand.
Jul 13, 2024 at 10:16 PM EDT
Biden going back to White House
President Biden will head back to the White House from Rehoboth Beach, Delaware shortly, according to the pool traveling with him.
Jul 13, 2024 at 10:04 PM EDT
Calls for answers from Secret Service
The chairman of the House Oversight Committee says he has contacted the U.S. Secret Service to demand a briefing regarding the apparent attempted assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
Rep. James Comer, Republican of Kentucky, said in a statement late Saturday that the Oversight Committee will send a formal invitation for Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to appear on Capitol Hill.
The request comes amid early, but gathering outrage on social media about the Secret Service's ability to secure the area where Trump was speaking. The shots were fired from an elevated position outside the security perimeter, according to the agency. Elon Musk was among those calling for Secret Service leadership to resign in the wake of the incident.
Jul 13, 2024 at 10:03 PM EDT
AG Merrick Garland has been briefed
Attorney General Merrick Garland has been briefed on the shooting and has spoken with President Joe Biden.
"My heart is with the former President, those injured, and the family of the spectator killed in this horrific attack," Garland said in a statement. "We will not tolerate violence of any kind, and violence like this is an attack on our democracy. The Justice Department will bring every available resource to bear to this investigation."
Jul 13, 2024 at 09:57 PM EDT
Trump will still attend the Republican National Convention
Former President Donald Trump is still planning to attend the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee next week, his campaign and the RNC said Saturday night.
"President Trump looks forward to joining you all in Milwaukee as we proceed with our convention to nominate him to serve as the 47th President of the United States. As our party's nominee, President Trump will continue to share his vision to Make America Great Again."
The statement was signed by Susie Wiles and Chris LaCivita, the senior advisors for Donald J. Turmp for President 2024, as well as Michael Whatley and Lara Trump, the RNC chairman and co-chairman.
The RNC kicks off Monday, July 15 through Thursday, July 18.
Jul 13, 2024 at 09:47 PM EDT
Rally attendee recalls “really surreal moment”
Robert Razzano, who was sitting four rows behind former President Donald Trump, said the crowd was "electric" and "really happy" to see the former president prior to the "mayhem" moments later.
"It was a really surreal moment," Razzano said on Fox News.
Dave Sullivan, who also attended the Pennsylvania rally, claimed he assisted with two victims who "may have" been shot. "It's just a sad day for America," he said. Watch below.
Jul 13, 2024 at 09:44 PM EDT
Report: AR-style rifle recovered from scene
Law enforcement have recovered an AR-style rifle at the scene of the shooting at former President Donald Trump's rally, as reported by the Associated Press. The shooter's identity has still not been released.
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas said in a statement that his department and the Secret Service are working with law enforcement to investigate the statement.
"We are engaged with President Biden, former President Trump, and their campaigns, and are taking every possible measure to ensure their safety and security," the statement reads. "Maintaining the security of the Presidential candidates and their campaign events is one of our Department's most vital priorities."
Jul 13, 2024 at 09:40 PM EDT
Watch: Biden’s full remarks
Read more from Newsweek's Adeola Adeosun.
Jul 13, 2024 at 09:33 PM EDT
AOC wishes Trump a “speedy recovery”
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wished former President Donald Trump a "speedy recovery," noting that there is no place for violence within the political system.
"There is no place for political violence, including the horrific incident we just witnessed in Pennsylvania. It is absolutely unacceptable and must be denounced in the strongest terms. My heart goes out to all the victims and I wish the former President a speedy recovery."
Other representatives and tech leaders continue speaking out against the violence that unfolded.
Tennessee Rep. Steve Cohen said "violence has no place in political arena (sic) or America, adding "thankfully Trump wasn't killed."
Florida Sen. Rick Scott called former President Donald Trump "one of the strongest people I know."
"I'm so thankful he is ok and for the brave officers and agents who rushed to protect him. I'm praying for everyone at the rally and those who are at the hospital."
Apple CEO Tim Cook expressed his concern for the former president and others affected. "I pray for President Trump's rapid recovery. My thoughts are with him, the other victims and the Trump family. I strongly condemn this violence."
Google's CEO Sundar Pichai also wished Trump a speedy recovery. "I'm shocked by today's shooting and loss of life. Political violence is intolerable and we must all come together to strongly oppose it."
Jul 13, 2024 at 09:29 PM EDT
Photos: Chaotic scene as Trump rushed off stage
Jul 13, 2024 at 09:18 PM EDT
Trump’s motorcade seen leaving hospital
Former President Donald Trump's motorcade has been seen leaving the hospital in Butler.
Dozens of vehicles with lights on were videoed driving down the road from the Butler Memorial Hospital around 9:10 p.m. Saturday.
There is still one police vehicle directly outside of the hospital. It is unclear if Trump is in the hospital or with the motorcade.
Jul 13, 2024 at 09:09 PM EDT
Police stationed outside of hospital
Pennsylvania State Police are outside of the Butler Memorial Hospital, where officials have confirmed with local news agencies that two people, the shooter and a rally attendee, died.
Brenda Slagle and Dan Taciuch told the Butler Eagle that they saw dozens of vehicles with flashing lights and sirens zoom past their homes.
"It was police car after police car," Slagle said. "Boom, boom, boom."
State trooper vehicles now are blocking the entrance to Butler Memorial Hospital, at 1 Hospital Way.
People are standing outside of the hospital, where Trump is being examined, to express their well wishes. One woman, Ash Nix, however, is also holding a sign reading "Wishing Trump a long terrible recovery!"
"The only sad thing is, if something were to happen to him, he becomes a martyr. And we don't want that," Nix told WTAJ-TV.
Butler Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania is on lockdown while former President Donald Trump receives treatment after a deadly shooting at his rally....
Jul 13, 2024 at 09:04 PM EDT
One attendee killed, two others critically injured
One person was killed and two others are critically injured following the shooting at tonight's Trump rally, according to the Secret Service.
A suspected shooter fired multiple shots toward the stage from an elevated position outside of the rally venue, the Secret Service said in a new update.
"US Secret Service personnel neutralized the shooter, who is now deceased," Secret Service Chief of Communications Anthony Guglielmi wrote on X.
The FBI is assisting with the investigation.
Jul 13, 2024 at 08:57 PM EDT
Ivanka Trump: “Thank you for your love and prayers”
Former President Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka extended her gratitude to law enforcement for quickly stepping in amid tonight's shooting.
"Thank you for your love and prayers for my father and for the other victims of today's senseless violence in Butler, Pennsylvania," she wrote on X. "I am grateful to the Secret Service and all the other law enforcement officers for their quick and decisive actions today. I continue to pray for our country."
Jul 13, 2024 at 08:47 PM EDT
Trump: A bullet pierced part of my right ear
Former President Donald Trump said he a bullet pierced the upper part of his right ear during tonight's rally.
Trump just released a statement on Truth Social, marking the first time he's spoken out since the shooting at his rally in Pennsylvania. The former president also offered his condolences to the family of the attendee who was killed and to a second attendee who was injured.
Trump's full statement: "I want to thank The United States Secret Service, and all of Law Enforcement, for their rapid response on the shooting that just took place in Butler, Pennsylvania. Most importantly, I want to extend my condolences to the family of the person at the Rally who was killed, and also to the family of another person that was badly injured. It is incredible that such an act can take place in our Country. Nothing is known at this time about the shooter, who is now dead. I was shot with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear. I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin. Much bleeding took place, so I realized then what was happening. GOD BLESS AMERICA!"
Jul 13, 2024 at 08:46 PM EDT
JD Vance blames Biden campaign for “attempted assassination”
Ohio Senator J.D. Vance blasted the Biden campaign's rhetoric for what he called an "attempted assassination" on former President Donald Trump.
"Today is not just some isolated incident. The central premise of the Biden campaign is that President Donald Trump is an authoritarian fascist who must be stopped at all costs," Vance wrote on X. "That rhetoric led directly to President Trump's attempted assassination."
Vance is among the top potential contenders to become Trump's running mate.
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