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Ladies and gentlemen, what a whirlwind of events we've had over the past few days. The recent shooting at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania has shaken the nation, and the responses from our political leaders have been swift and decisive.
President Joe Biden has expressed his relief and gratitude upon learning that Donald Trump is safe following the shooting incident. The Biden campaign has suspended all outbound communications, including TV ads, to address the situation appropriately.
In a statement, President Biden said, "I have been briefed on the shooting at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania. I’m grateful to hear that he’s safe and doing well. I’m praying for him and his family and for all those who were at the rally, as we await further information. Jill and I are grateful to the Secret Service for getting him to safety. There’s no place for this kind of violence in America. We must unite as one nation to condemn it."
During a press conference, President Biden reiterated his condemnation of the violence and emphasized the importance of unity.
"There is no place in America for this kind of violence. It's sick. We cannot condone this. The idea that there is political violence like this is just unheard of, we must condemn it," he stated. Biden also mentioned his intention to call Trump personally to check on his well-being.
Meanwhile, Trump's campaign has provided updates on his condition. According to a statement, President Trump is “fine” and being checked out at a local medical facility. The campaign thanked law enforcement and first responders for their rapid action during the incident, emphasizing Trump's safety and well-being.
The dramatic event unfolded as Trump was presenting a chart of border crossing numbers at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Gunshots rang out, and Trump was seen reaching for his neck, with apparent blood on his face. Secret Service agents quickly whisked him off stage, ensuring his safety.
This incident highlights the heightened importance of Pennsylvania in the political landscape, with both parties heavily campaigning in the state. On the same day as the rally, Vice President Kamala Harris and First Lady Jill Biden were also campaigning in Pennsylvania, underscoring its significance in the upcoming election.
The shooting has intensified the ongoing debate within the Democratic Party regarding President Biden’s candidacy. Following his dismal debate performance, there have been increasing calls for him to reconsider his run for re-election. Despite this, Biden has vowed to continue his campaign. He is expected to meet virtually with members of the two largest Democratic caucuses on Capitol Hill to rebuild momentum.
Watch how Trump turns his head at the very last second before the 1st shot is fired
Divine intervention pic.twitter.com/NscFEKmZfc
— Hodgetwins (@hodgetwins) July 14, 2024