Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump at Pennsylvania Rally
Former President Narrowly Escapes Injury
Suspect Killed in Shootout with Security
WEB - Former President Donald Trump was rushed off stage during an election rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday after an assassination attempt. The suspect, who was killed in a shootout with security, was identified by the FBI as Corey Comperatore, Pennsylvania's governor said.
Trump was not injured in the attack, but an attendee was killed. The motive for the shooting is still under investigation.
The incident occurred at around 5:30 p.m. as Trump was speaking to a crowd of supporters. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots and seeing people running for cover.
Trump was quickly ushered off stage by Secret Service agents and taken to a secure location. The rally was canceled and the area was evacuated.
The FBI is leading the investigation into the shooting. The agency said that it is too early to determine whether the attack was politically motivated.
The assassination attempt has raised concerns about the safety of political candidates. Trump has been the target of protests and threats of violence in the past.
The shooting has also reignited the debate over gun control in the United States. Some people are calling for stricter gun laws in the wake of this incident.
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