Trump Spokesman Issues Statement Saying He’s ‘Fine’ and ‘Being Checked Out at Local Medical Facility’

Sarah RumpfJul 13th, 2024, 7:26 pm
 

Former President Donald Trump’s spokesman issued a statement after he was injured during a shooting at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

Trump was speaking on stage when shots rang out and he grabbed his ear. He was surrounded by Secret Service and rushed off the stage, with what appeared to be blood on the side of his face, and then driven away.

A spokesperson for the Secret Service issued a statement that Trump was safe and an active investigation was ongoing.

Trump spokesperson Steven Cheung also issued a statement, saying that the former president was “fine” and “being checked out at a local medical facility,” as well as offering thanks to those who gave assistance:

President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow.

Watch the clip above via CNN.

This is a breaking news story and has been updated.

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