Trump Demands Unity Following Apparent Assassination Attempt
Former President Calls for Calm After Shooting at Butler Rally
Minute-by-Minute Breakdown of Events
At 6:02 PM, Trump took the stage at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. His supporters waved Trump 2024 signs that read "Crooked Joe You're Fired" on the back. At 6:05 PM, the song finished and Trump took to the podium.
At approximately 6:20 PM, a loud noise was heard, causing panic among the crowd. Several people reported hearing gunshots, while others witnessed a man being apprehended by security.
Trump was quickly evacuated from the stage, and the rally was suspended. A subsequent investigation revealed that an unidentified individual had attempted to assassinate Trump using a firearm. However, the Secret Service intervened and apprehended the suspect before he could discharge his weapon.
Speaking to reporters after the incident, Trump condemned the attempted assassination and called for unity and peace. He emphasized that violence has no place in American politics and urged his supporters to refrain from further confrontations.
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