Donald Trump rally shooting updates — Video shows RNC security as former president to speak after assassination attempt
SECURITY is ramped up at the Republican National Convention (RNC) as Donald Trump is set to give his first public speech this week after a gunman attempted to assassinate him at his rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday.
Footage of the RNC in Milwaukee shows miles of barricades, steel fencing, and armed cops and checkpoints for the event, which saw Trump announced as the Republican Party's nominee Monday.
Trump's pick for vice president was also revealed to be Senator JD Vance - a decision with added weight as the running mate will step up in case of an emergency like the one that was prevented this weekend.
Gunman Thomas Crooks, 20, fired at least eight shots toward the stage, killing a spectator and wounding Trump and two others in an attempt to assassinate the former president.
Trump suffered an injury to his ear and was seen bloodied as he was rushed off stage but is now doing well and in Milwaukee for the RNC.
While it's unclear if Trump will take the stage more than once, he's expected to speak Thursday on the last day of the convention.
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Nancy Pelosi breaks silence
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi released a statement regarding the 'assassination attempt' on former President Donald Trump earlier this evening at his rally in Pennsylvania.
Trump Rally Timeline
Donald Trump was reportedly shot at his Pennsylvania rally on Saturday afternoon.
1pm: Doors open at the Butler Farm Show grounds where Trump was expected to speak at 5pm.
4:11pm: Sean Parnell gave the opening speech.
4:35pm: David McCormick rallied the crowd.
5:30pm: Crowds still waiting for Trump.
6:18pm: First reports of shots fired.
Shooter was reportedly on a rooftop
The reported shooter was reportedly on a rooftop adjacent to the venue, ABC reports.
Three senior U.S. law enforcement officials also revealed to NBC News that the Trump rally shooting occurred OUTSIDE the U.S. Secret Service security perimeter of the event.
Eyewitness accounts from rally shooting
Pennsylvania State candidate David McCormick told Fox News of the chaos that erupted as at least 8-10 shots appeared to ring out while Trump was speaking.
Video caught the moment apparent gunshots rang out at 6:11 pm on Saturday in Butler, Pennsylvania, close to Pittsburgh in the west of the battleground state.
McCormick claimed another person in the crowd was also injured and that there was a lot of blood on the scene.
He said that it appeared some of the alleged shots came from the left side of the president as he was facing the crowd and that a man behind him was hit.
The candidate said others in the crowd quickly rushed around to administer first aid.
He added that he believed it was a small caliber firearm but he could not be certain if there was just one gun or two.
Trump in 'good spirits'
Donald Trump Jr., in a statement, said, “I just spoke to my father on the phone, and he is in great spirits.”
This comes after the former president was shot during his rally in Butler, PA and felt the bullet rip through the skin of his ear.
Biden answers question about assassination attempt
President Biden was asked by a reporter if he believed the shooting at Donald Trump's rally was an assassination attempt on the former president.
"I have an opinion but I don't have any facts," Biden said.
'Everybody must condemn it'
President Biden said that everyone must condemn political violence.
"Everybody must condemn it," Biden says.
Biden says Trump is "doing well."
He reveals that he has some reports of what happened to audience members at the rally but may be back later with more information.
Biden said he hopes to talk with Trump tonight and will possibly update the nation later.
President Joe Biden speaks, Saturday, July 13, 2024, in Rehoboth Beach, Del., addressing news that gunshots rang out at Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trumpâs Pennsylvania campaign rally. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)Credit: AP President Biden addresses the nation
Biden says he has tried to get a hold of Donald and plans on talking to him shortly.
"There's no place in America for this type of violence, it's sick," Biden said.
Biden thanked the Secret Service members and revealed he doesn't have all the details.
Biden campaign pulling ads
“The Biden campaign is pausing all outbound communications and working to pull down our television ads as quickly as possible," Biden's team has revealed to Fox.
This comes after an 'assassination attempt' on Biden's opponent Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania earlier this evening.
President Biden to deliver remarks shortly
President Joe Biden is set to address the nation shortly.
President Biden breaks silence
President Biden has released a statement on X regarding the 'assassination attempt' on Donald Trump this evening.
'He'll never stop fighting'
Donald Trump Jr. released a statement on X after the 'assassination attempt' on his father this evening.
"He'll never stop fighting to Save America [American flag emoji], Trump Jr. said.
Under the text, Trump Jr. posted a picture of his father fist-pumping after the shooting.
Elon Musk endorses Trump after chaotic scene
Businessman and Investor Elon Musk has shared his support for former President Donald Trump after he was shot at earlier this evening at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
"I fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery, Musk wrote.
"Last time America had a candidate this tough was Theodore Roosevelt," Musk added.
Former President Barack Obama sends prayers to Trump
Former President Barack Obama has released a statement on X following the shooting at Donald Trump's rally this evening.
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'Shots fired' at Donald Trump rally with former president seen ducking behind podium as Secret Service rushes in
Prominent figures speak out, part two
Fellow Republican party members immediately reacted to the news of the alleged shooting.
"Praying for President Trump and everyone at the rally in Pennsylvania. May God watch over them all," Senator Tim Scott posted on X.
North Dakota Senator Doug Burgum posted, "Please join Kathryn and me in praying for President Trump, his family and everyone attending the rally today."
"We all know President Trump is stronger than his enemies. Today he showed it," he wrote in a follow-up post.
Prominent figures speak out
Former vice president Mike Pence posted on X saying he and his wife are "praying" for the business mogul.
"Karen and I are praying for President Trump and urge every American to join us," Pence wrote.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro also posted on X condemning the violence that occurred at the rally.
"Violence targeted at any political party or political leader is absolutely unacceptable," Shapiro posted.
"It has no place in Pennsylvania or the United States.
"I have been briefed on the situation. @PAStatePolice are on the scene in Butler County and working with our federal and local partners."
President Joe Biden briefed
The White House said in a statement, "The President has received an initial briefing on the incident at Former President Trump’s rally."
This is currently being investigated as a possible assassination attempt, ABC reports.
Aftermath of Trump rally shooting
Below are pictures from Donald Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania where shots were fired at the former president.
A campaign rally site for Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump is empty and littered with debris after shootingCredit: AP 
A campaign rally site for Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump is empty and littered with debrisCredit: AP Robert F. Kennedy Jr. releases statement
Presidential nominee RFK Jr. released a statement on X regarding the shooting at Donald Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania earlier this evening.
Shooter and crowd member 'dead'
Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger has revealed an audience member was killed and the shooter is dead, The Washington Post reported.
Another person is in serious condition, the prosecutor said.
Blood rushing from Donald Trump's ear
After being tackled to the floor by the Secret Service, Trump stood up at his podium and pumped his fist.
Blood was seen rushing from the former president's ear.
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump surrounded by Secret Service agentsCredit: AP:Associated Press Trumps team reveals he is 'fine'
“President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act,” spokesman Steven Cheung said in a statement.
“He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility."
After the chaotic scene, Trump stood up and pumped his fist to the crowd.
Trump 'shot at' during rally
Donald Trump was rushed off stage with blood covering his face after apparent gunshots rang out at his campaign rally in Pennsylvania.
Trump dove behind the podium and then was seen grabbing his face and ear as he was swarmed by the Secret Service in Butler, Pennsylvania.
The crowd panicked as some audience members shouted, "Get down!" as the apparent shots went off.
Video footage shows the Secret Service rushing the presidential candidate into his SUV.