Attack on Former US President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania
New Delhi, India – On July 14, Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge condemned the attack on former US President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Kharge expressed his deep shock and emphasized that such violence has no place in any democracy or civilized society.
The incident occurred on Saturday, resulting in one death and injuries to Trump. Kharge took to ‘X’ to express his condemnation and offered condolences to the family of the deceased. He stated, “Deeply appalled by the attack on former US President Donald Trump. I strongly condemn this heinous act.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also condemned the incident, expressing his concern for Trump and condemning the violence. Modi wrote on ‘X’, “Deeply concerned by the attack on my friend, former President Donald Trump. Strongly condemn the incident. Violence has no place in politics and democracies. Wish him a speedy recovery.”
The shooting disrupted Trump’s rally, and he was immediately escorted off stage by US Secret Service agents. Trump was seen bleeding from his ear in viral videos and was taken to Butler Memorial Hospital. The US Secret Service reported that the shooter, who fired multiple shots from an elevated position, was neutralized and is now dead. The incident is under investigation.
Trump was initially scheduled to travel to his estate in Bedminster, New Jersey, before heading to Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention.
