KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Donald Trump's campaign said in a statement that he was “fine” after being whisked off the stage at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after gunshots rang out through the crowd.
According to the Associated Press, the shooting is being investigated as an attempted assassination of the former president. It is not clear if Trump was shot, but the former president's campaign quickly said he was "fine."
The former president and presumptive Republican nominee was showing off a chart of border crossing numbers during his last rally before the Republican National Convention opens Monday when bangs started ringing through the crowd.
Trump said later on social media he'd been struck in the ear. He could be seen reaching with his right hand toward his neck. There appeared to be blood on his face.
He quickly ducked behind the riser as agents from his protective detail rushed the stage and screams were heard in the crowd of several thousand people. The bangs continued as agents tended to him on stage.
The crowd cheered as he got back up and pumped his fist.
RELATED: Donald Trump rushed off stage in Pennsylvania after apparent gunshots rang through the crowd
Governor Bill Lee took to social media shortly after the shooting, asking for prayers.
"Maria & I ask Tennesseans to join us in praying for President Trump & his family, & all who were in attendance at today’s rally in Pennsylvania," Lee said.
Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-Kingsport) called the shooting "vile."
"President Trump, by the grace of God, has survived this vile attempt on his life. He is truly a once in a generation leader and I will continue to pray, knowing that God will be watching out for him always," Harshbarger said. "As Isaiah 41:10 reminds us, 'Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.'"
Rep. Gloria Johnson (D - Knoxville), posted on social media after the rally condemning political violence of any kind, "under any circumstances."
"We thank the Secret Service for their quick action and we hope and pray Former President Trump and others are not injured," Johnson said.
Congressman Tim Burchett also posted on social media after the rally, sharing a photo of the former president and asking for prayers.
"I thank God it seems our prayers are being answered and President Trump is going to be on the mend, but we still need to pray for the folks in the crowd and pray for our country," Burchett also said in a separate release.
In a press release, Senator London Lamar (D - Memphis) said she was deeply troubled by the news that former President Trump was shot at during a political rally.
"Violence has no place in our society, and I condemn this act in the strongest possible terms," said Lamar.
Lamar also said our political discourse has become too "charged and divisive."
"Leaders from every background have a responsibility to condemn violence in any form and focus their actions on healing these divides," said Lamar. "This is a call to reflect and recognize our shared humanity. We must stop demonizing one another in words and policies and urgently begin fostering more understanding and civility."
Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs reacted on social media.
I can't help but believe this is the result of all the hateful, violent rhetoric directed at Donald Trump," he said. "Nevertheless, Trump stands strong and I stand with him. We're going to take this country back and we will Make America Great Again no matter what comes."
Tennessee State Rep. Jeremy Faison (R-Cosby) called the shooting "tragic."
"This is absolutely horrible. It appears that there could be some lives that were lost today, and there is nothing good about this. I'm hoping that everybody is paying attention and praying for the families. This is tragic, and my heart goes out to anyone that died," Faison said.
Faison said he hopes people can "get to a place where we can agree to disagree and be Americans first."
"This is the sad part. It makes it more and more difficult for elected officials to have rallies when you have people completely act the fool and are maniacs and are evil people," he said. "I think it hurts future political rallies or makes it really stifling and harder to get in."
Tennessee State Representative Johnny Garrett (R-Goodlettsville) also asked people to pray, saying, "The violent rhetoric directed toward him has no place in our society."
Tennessee Senate Majority Leader Jack Johnson (R-Franklin) called the act "cowardly."
"Deanna and I are praying for President Trump and all affected by the cowardly violence at today’s rally. We are grateful for the Secret Secret Service and other first responders for their selfless courage," Johnson said.
WBIR is working to reach out to more Tennessee lawmakers for their statements after the rally.