Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX), once the White House physician for Barack Obama and Donald Trump, revealed that his nephew was injured during the assassination attempt on Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The nephew, grazed by a bullet in the neck, is now recovering.
Jackson shared details of the harrowing incident. His family, seated near the stage, heard gunshots and took cover. Jackson’s nephew, realizing he was bleeding, sought medical help at the event’s first aid tent. Jackson praised the quick response but questioned Secret Service leadership, noting how narrowly Trump avoided a fatal injury.
The assassination attempt unfolded on Saturday evening. Shots were fired at Trump, who was speaking to supporters. Secret Service agents quickly escorted Trump offstage. The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was positioned on an elevated structure about 200-300 feet from the rally site. Armed with an AR-style rifle, Crooks fired multiple shots before being killed by a Secret Service counter-assault team member.
The FBI is leading the investigation and has requested public assistance for any information regarding the shooter. Trump, who was hit in the ear, expressed his gratitude for the support and quick actions of law enforcement. Despite the shocking incident, the Republican National Convention will proceed as planned, with Trump expected to attend and accept the nomination.
In the aftermath, world leaders have expressed their concern and condemnation of the violent act, emphasizing the importance of peace and democratic processes. The incident has raised questions about security measures and the increasing political violence in the United States.
