Last Saturday, during a rally held in Pennsylvania, an assassination attempt was made on former President Donald Trump’s life. The FBI has officially classified the incident as an “assassination attempt,” though they have yet to determine a motive behind the attacker’s actions. Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, is believed to be the gunman responsible for the attack, as reported by CNN through multiple law enforcement sources.
At the rally in Butler, Pa., Trump was nearly killed when a bullet grazed his right ear, causing him to fall to the ground where Secret Service agents immediately covered him. The FBI has discovered explosive materials both within Crooks’ vehicle and at his home following the attack.
The incident led to a significant uproar from supporters of former President Trump after CNN published a headline that was seen as grossly underwhelming and misleading, which stated: “Secret Service rushes Trump off stage after he falls at rally.” Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) responded to the headline by stating: “Even in a horrifying moment such a this they just can’t help themselves.
Former first lady Melania Trump also released a statement addressing the assassination attempt, expressing her gratitude towards the Secret Service agents and law enforcement officials who risked their own lives to protect her husband. She called on all involved in the incident to lower their tone and end the hateful rhetoric that often ignites violence.
Former first daughter Ivanka Trump also expressed gratitude for the love and prayers she received following the assassination attempt, while another former first daughter, Tiffany Trump, thanked God for keeping her father alive and called for an end to political violence. The statements from these individuals have shown the emotional impact this incident had on them and their appreciation for those who risked their lives to protect former President Trump.
