Breaking News: Former President Donald Trump Escorted Offstage After Assassination Attempt in Pennsylvania

Former President Donald Trump was involved in a harrowing incident during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, where an assassination attempt took place. The chaotic scene unfolded with a fatal shooting that left Trump wounded, a bystander dead, and two more critically injured. The would-be assassin fired up to eight shots before being neutralized by the Secret Service.

Eyewitnesses spotted the shooter on a nearby roof as Trump began his remarks at the rally. Despite attempts to warn law enforcement, the shooter managed to fire shots towards the stage, hitting Trump and several bystanders. Secret Service agents quickly responded, surrounding Trump and ushering him offstage as additional shots rang out.

Trump, with blood on his face, was defiant as he left the stage, raising his fist and shouting “Fight, fight, fight!” He was then safely escorted into a waiting car as his motorcade departed. The Secret Service confirmed that Trump was safe following the shooting, and the FBI announced it would lead the investigation into the incident, which was later confirmed as an assassination attempt.

The shooter was identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, and one victim, Corey Comperatore, was tragically killed during the shooting. Trump later took to social media to thank law enforcement for their rapid response and extend condolences to the families of the victims. The incident has sparked intense scrutiny and investigations into the security measures at the rally.