Obama, Elon Musk and many others: The main reactions after Trump's assassination attempt
Politicians, world leaders and opinion leaders expressed themselves on social media after what happened at a rally in Pennsylvania, where Trump had to be escorted out of the event after multiple shots were heard. The Secret Service confirmed that the Republican is fine.
Donald Trump was the victim of an assassination attempt while holding a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The former president was giving a speech when suddenly multiple gunshots rang out, and the Republican grabbed his right ear, from which he began bleeding seconds later. He was immediately covered by Secret Service agents and escorted out of the place. According to preliminary information, he was grazed by a bullet but is out of danger.
Local authorities confirmed the death of the shooter and one of the rally attendees. In addition, another attendee was seriously injured.
The event circled the world in a few seconds, causing politicians, world leaders and opinion leaders to react on social media. One of the most viral was that of Elon Musk, who officially endorsed Trump after the assassination attempt.
In addition to Republicans, some Democrats such as Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer, Gavin Newsom and Hakeem Jeffries, among others, regretted what happened in Pennsylvania.
Top reactions to the assassination attempt on Trump.
President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow.
— Trump spokesperson @TheStevenCheung
I fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery pic.twitter.com/ZdxkF63EqF
There is absolutely no place for political violence in our democracy. Although we don’t yet know exactly what happened, we should all be relieved that former President Trump wasn’t seriously hurt, and use this moment to recommit ourselves to civility and respect in our politics.…
As one whose family has been the victim of political violence, I know firsthand that political violence of any kind has no place in our society. I thank God that former President Trump is safe.
As we learn more details about this horrifying incident, let us pray that all those…
Trump campaign saying the president is OK. Thank God.
Hope everyone else is safe.
Extraordinary.
God bless President Trump. pic.twitter.com/GEipCSwl6G
I am horrified by what happened at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania and relieved that former President Trump is safe. Political violence has no place in our country.
Political violence is absolutely unacceptable.
I wish Donald Trump, and anyone else who may have been hurt, a speedy recovery.
Now is the time for every American who loves our country to step back from the division, renounce all violence, and unite in prayer for President Trump and his family.
We all know President Trump is stronger than his enemies. Today he showed it. https://t.co/u9DJrsPGFv
Sara and I were shocked by the apparent attack on President Trump. We pray for his safety and speedy recovery.
God protected President Trump pic.twitter.com/96UKVdjF3A
Praying for President Trump.
Please pray for President Trump, his family, and all of the patriots at today’s rally in Pennsylvania.
Thanking God for protecting Pres. Trump and others tonight.
Violence has NO place in our democracy. My thoughts are with President Trump and everyone impacted at the rally today.
My thoughts and prayers are with former President Trump.
I am thankful for the decisive law enforcement response.
America is a democracy.
Political violence of any kind is never acceptable.
Democracy?
I’m praying for President Trump, his safety, and for our country. pic.twitter.com/g6zqC70L2X
Shots fired at Trump rally.
Character assassination, failed.
Attempt to deplete savings, failed.
Attempt to silence, failed.
Only option left, actual assassination attempt, FAILED.
I’ve been saying repeatedly, double down on private security!
pic.twitter.com/9goXxaxSxk
Dina and I are praying for President Trump and all who were injured today in Butler PA.
My thoughts and prayers are with President @realDonaldTrump in these dark hours. 🙏
#PrayForTrump pic.twitter.com/59Call03UG
Someone just tried to ASSASSINATE President Trump.
The Democrats and the media are to blame for every drop of blood spilled today.
For years and years, they’ve demonized him and his supporters.
Today, someone finally tried to take out the leader of our America First and the… pic.twitter.com/38cFXjQdwx
Political violence is wrong and I condemn it. I hope everyone who attended the rally is ok and I am glad the former president is safe.
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