Butler, PA, July 13, 2024 – Chaos erupted at a campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, today as gunfire rang out, leaving two dead, including the attacker. Trump sustained injuries and was quickly removed from the scene.

The rally, held at Butler Farm Show grounds, took a dramatic turn when shots were fired, causing panic among attendees. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots shortly after Trump began addressing the crowd. The former president, visibly wounded with blood on his right ear, was swiftly escorted offstage by his security detail amid the chaos.

According to reports from AFP and AP journalists on site, Trump had just started his speech when the incident unfolded. Videos captured the tense moments as Secret Service agents shielded Trump and escorted him to safety. Despite the danger, Trump defiantly raised his fist to cheers from supporters before being ushered away.

District Attorney Richard Goldinger confirmed to the Washington Post that the shooter was killed during the incident, and another individual lost their life in the attack. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, with law enforcement agencies on site securing the area and gathering evidence.

“This was a tragic event that has deeply affected our community,” Goldinger stated. “The attacker has been neutralized, and we are working to understand the circumstances surrounding this senseless act of violence.”

The rally marked Trump’s final campaign event before the upcoming Republican National Convention, where he is set to be formally nominated as the Republican candidate for the presidency. The incident underscores ongoing security concerns surrounding political events in a highly charged election season.

President Joe Biden and other political leaders have condemned the violence, emphasizing the need for unity and peaceful discourse as the nation prepares for the upcoming presidential election in November.

As details continue to emerge, authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward, ensuring a thorough investigation into the tragic incident that unfolded at the heart of a campaign rally.