Trump and Harris campaigns react to latest apparent ‘assassination attempt’
Breaking News: Trump Campaign Responds to Gunshots Near Former President’s Location
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the campaigns are making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Just 51 days out from the election, the Trump campaign has been rocked by a shocking incident involving gunshots near the former president’s location.
Initial Statement and Fundraising Email
The Trump campaign initially released a brief statement assuring the public that the former president was safe. However, a fundraising email sent shortly after contained a message that seemed to come directly from Trump himself. The message read: "Before rumors start spiraling out of control, I wanted you to hear this first: I am safe."
White House Response and Condolences
The White House has been briefed on the incident, and President Biden and Vice President Harris have been kept regularly updated. Vice President Harris took to social media to express her relief that Trump is safe, stating that "violence has no place in America." Her running mate, Tim Ryan, echoed her sentiments, saying that the incident would "rattle anyone."
Trump’s State of Mind
According to sources close to the former president, Trump is in good spirits despite the harrowing experience. He was reportedly golfing with a friend when the incident occurred and was still talking about his golf game afterwards. A source familiar with his thinking told NBC News that Trump is "glad to be alive."
Campaign Schedule
In light of the incident, the Trump campaign has cancelled all in-person campaign stops for tomorrow. However, it is possible that Trump may make a public appearance or speak publicly earlier in the day.
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