President Donald Trump reassured his supporters of his safety after a second assassination attempt on him at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida. “I AM SAFE AND WELL!” Trump stated in a campaign message. The shooting occurred while Trump was at the club, and the former president emphasized that he will not be deterred. “Nothing will slow me down,” Trump added, “I will NEVER SURRENDER!”
The shooting incident involved a gunman who targeted Trump with a semi-automatic rifle. The Secret Service responded swiftly, returning fire. The suspect managed to escape but was later apprehended by the Martin County Sheriff’s Office. The FBI has confirmed that it is investigating the incident as an attempted assassination.
According to CNN, law enforcement recovered an AK-47 rifle and a GoPro camera at the scene. This equipment suggests that the shooter intended to document the attack. Secret Service spokesman Anthony Guglielmi stated that the agency, in collaboration with local officials, is thoroughly investigating the matter.
The White House, through President Biden and Vice President Harris, expressed relief over Trump’s safety. They were promptly informed about the shooting and will receive regular updates on the situation.
This shooting follows a similar attack in July, during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump survived that attack, but it raised significant concerns about security. The ongoing investigation into both incidents underscores the heightened scrutiny on security protocols for high-profile individuals.
