Breaking: Key Details Emerge on Trump Rally Shooting

A shooting at former President Donald Trump’s rally has sparked widespread concern and condemnation as authorities launch an investigation into the incident. Here’s what we know so far:

Incident Details
The shooting occurred Saturday afternoon at the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The gunman fired multiple shots from an “elevated position” outside the rally before being killed by Secret Service personnel. Police sources indicated that the shooter was positioned on a building rooftop. Videos show Trump being swiftly escorted away by security personnel, with blood visible on his face.

Eyewitness Accounts
Attendees at the rally described the scene as “pandemonium,” with widespread confusion. Some initially mistook the sounds for fireworks, while others reported seeing individuals struck by gunfire.

Casualties
The incident resulted in at least one audience member dead and two others critically injured, according to the Secret Service. The gunman was also killed.

Trump’s Condition
A spokesperson confirmed that Trump is “fine,” and the Secret Service stated he is safe. Trump posted on social media that he was hit by a bullet in the “upper part of my right ear.”

Investigation
Multiple federal agencies are now involved in the investigation, with the FBI present at the scene. Law enforcement officials are treating the shooting as a possible assassination attempt.

President Biden’s Response
President Joe Biden spoke with Trump after the shooting, expressing relief that Trump was safe. He condemned the violence and called for national unity, stating, “There’s no place in America for this kind of violence.” Biden is returning to the White House from Delaware early to receive ongoing briefings on the situation.

Global Reactions
Leaders from the US and around the world have condemned the shooting and extended their condolences to the victims.