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An investigation is underway into an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The incident occurred at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a gunman identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks opened fire, injuring Trump and two others, and killing one rallygoer. Questions are being raised on security flaws, as the shooter was able to fire from a nearby rooftop, and President Biden has ordered an independent review of the event’s security.
Investigation Continues into Assassination Attempt on Former President Trump
The probe into the assassination attempt on former President Trump continues, after his appearance at the Republican National Convention on Tuesday, still wearing a bandage on his ear and with notably amped-up security presence.
Despite four days passing since the gunman attacked during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, his motive remains unclear. The incident left Trump and two others injured and resulted in the death of a rally attendant. The security measures that enabled the shooter to fire from a nearby rooftop are under scrutiny by the U.S. Secret Service.
Eric Trump, the ex-president’s son, assured that his father was in high spirits despite suffering a gunshot wound. He confirmed that his father’s hearing remained unaffected by the incident.
Details of the Shooting Incident Unfolding
Details about the shooting are surfacing. Cellphone footage taken at the rally shows attendees pointing towards the shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, attempting to alert authorities of his presence two minutes before he opened fire.
A local tactical team sniper assisting the Secret Service saw the gunman looking through a rangefinder before his assassination attempt. The sniper was one of three local tactical team members stationed inside the building from where Crooks conducted the attack, as per the operations plan.
FBI Investigating Politically Motivated Homegrown Domestic Violent Extremist
The FBI identified the gunman as a probable lone attacker and is investigating if he is a politically driven domestic violent extremist. The Department of Homeland Security’s inspector general is also inquiring into the rally’s planning. President Biden has directed an independent review of the rally’s security and events to identify any lapses.
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