Shots were apparently fired at Donald Trump’s rally Saturday in Butler, PA. Although the scene is still chaotic and much is unknown, the president was immediately taken to the ground, and then the Secret Service rushed him to an SUV.
BREAKING: Shots Reportedly Fired at Trump PA Rally; Trump Safe
Despite the blood rushing down his face, the former president was defiant, pumping his fist in the air:
— Tucker Carlson (@TuckerCarlson) July 13, 2024
Immediately after he got back to his feet, his hair and clothes rumpled and an apparent injury to his ear, he appeared to yell defiantly to reassure the crowd. But the Secret Service whisked him away. Even as they shoved him into the SUV, though, the president stood and again pumped his fist toward the shocked audience.
Twitter owner Elon Musk showed his support:
This photo wins him the election. pic.twitter.com/wn1DqZ8QVX
— David 10X (@David10x3) July 13, 2024
After being shot, Trump signals to Americans to FIGHT!!!❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸
— Graham Allen (@GrahamAllen_1) July 13, 2024
THAT IS MY PRESIDENT!!! pic.twitter.com/ZcVc68xasr
The information is changing rapidly, but RedState will keep you updated. This moment, however, is sure to become iconic, and Trump’s fist pump during this awful event will only inspire his supporters.
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