Former President Donald Trump was rushed off stage after a shooting incident at his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. President Joe Biden condemned the violence, calling for national unity.
On July 13, 2024, a shooting incident disrupted a campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. Shots were fired, causing Trump to be rushed off stage with blood visible on his face.
President Joe Biden addressed the nation from Delaware, expressing relief that Trump was unharmed and condemning the violence as "sick." He emphasized the importance of national unity, stating that such acts have no place in America.
The Secret Service confirmed Trump's safety, and his campaign reported he was "fine." Unfortunately, one rally attendee was killed, and the suspected shooter also died. The incident remains under investigation.
Biden, who was briefed by top Secret Service and Homeland Security officials, stated that Trump’s rally should have been peaceful. He refrained from speculating on whether it was an assassination attempt, citing incomplete information.
The White House later confirmed a phone call between Biden and Trump, though details were not disclosed. A Trump adviser also confirmed the conversation.
In response, Biden’s campaign paused all political activities, including communications and advertisements.
Key officials, including the Secret Service director and Homeland Security Secretary, briefed the President on the situation. Vice President Kamala Harris was also informed.
Both political parties are calling for unity and condemning all forms of violence as investigations continue.
