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Donald Trump Evacuated from Rally in Butler, Pennsylvania After Gunshots Heard

Trump 'fine' after shooting at rally, campaign says. Prosecutor says gunman and 1 attendee are dead đź”—

Donald Trump’s campaign said in a statement that the former president was “fine” after a shooting at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

Donald Trump was quickly evacuated from a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after apparent gunshots were heard. His campaign stated that he was unharmed, and a local prosecutor confirmed that the suspected gunman and at least one attendee were dead. Trump was seen grabbing his ear and crouching down as agents tackled him to shield him from the threat. Despite some blood on his face, he returned to the stage and his motorcade left the venue. President Joe Biden was briefed on the incident, and various political figures expressed concern for Trump's safety.

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