Former President Donald Trump has been injured during a rally in rural Pennsylvania, as reported by multiple sources.
The commotion started shortly after the rally began when what sounded like four to five shots were heard. The Secret Service swiftly surrounded Trump, who fell to the stage during the incident. In no time, armed agents moved him to a nearby vehicle, while federal agents and heavily armed SWAT personnel secured the area.
While being escorted to his vehicle, blood was visible on the right side of Trump’s face and ear. Despite this, he managed to pump his fist several times as he was evacuated by the agents.
Before the incident, Trump had been speaking passionately: “And then the worst president in the history of our country took over. And look what happened to our country. Probably 20 million people [came in illegally]. And, you know, that’s a little bit old, that chart… that chart’s a couple of months old. And if you want to really see something that sad, take a look at what happened over…” At this point, gunfire echoed through the venue, according to Fox News.
Following the incident, the Trump campaign issued a statement: “President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and he is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow.”
This situation is still developing and more information will be provided as it becomes available.
