FBI Pursues Trump's Shooter After Assassination Attempt

Photo : Reuters

In a late-night press conference in Washington, the FBI confirmed that the shooting incident targeting former President Donald Trump on Saturday was indeed an assassination attempt. Special Agent Kevin Rojek addressed reporters in Butler, Pennsylvania, where Trump was conducting a rally when the gunfire erupted.

"This evening, we experienced what we are categorizing as an assassination attempt against our former President, Donald Trump," stated Special Agent Kevin Rojek solemnly.

The incident occurred during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where Trump had been addressing supporters. Gunshots rang out, causing panic and confusion among attendees. Authorities swiftly responded to the scene, securing Trump and escorting him safely away from the danger zone.

The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and the investigation is ongoing. The FBI has assured the public that every effort is being made to apprehend the perpetrator or perpetrators responsible for this brazen attack on a former head of state.

Stay informed with the latest news. Follow DXB News Network on WhatsApp Channel 

"We are coordinating with local law enforcement agencies to thoroughly investigate this reprehensible act," emphasized Rojek, urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.

Meanwhile, Trump, though visibly shaken, escaped unharmed. His campaign team issued a statement condemning the violence and expressing gratitude to law enforcement for their swift response.

As the investigation unfolds, concerns over the security of political figures and public gatherings have intensified, prompting heightened vigilance among authorities nationwide.

#trending #latest #DonaldTrump #AssassinationAttempt #FBI #SecurityAlert #PoliticalViolence #ButlerShooting #LawEnforcement #PoliticalSecurity #BreakingNews #breakingnews #worldnews #headlines #topstories #globalUpdate #dxbnewsnetwork #dxbnews #dxbdnn #dxbnewsnetworkdnn #bestnewschanneldubai #bestnewschannelUAE #bestnewschannelabudhabi #bestnewschannelajman #bestnewschannelofdubai #popularnewschanneldubai

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, visited AI Singapore, a program dedicated to enhancing Singapore's artificial intellig...Read More.

Discussions in Doha, which wrapped up on Monday, involved Mossad chief David Barnea, CIA director Bill Burns, and Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman...Read More.