2024-07-17 16:53:02
After the attempted assassination of the former president, Donald Trumpwhich occurred on Saturday during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvaniathe Republican candidate addressed his followers yesterday through a message published on his red social Truth Social, where he thanked the people for their support and prayers following the attack he suffered yesterday during his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
In his message, the Republican attributed to God the fact that a greater tragedy did not occur, and reaffirmed his commitment to not fear and to remain resilient in the face of adversity. “Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers yesterday, as it was only God who prevented the unthinkable from happening,” he wrote.WE ARE NOT AFRAID, but we will remain resilient in our Faith and defiant in the face of Evil.” He also expressed his solidarity with the victims, and lamented the death of Corey Comperatore whom he described as “a citizen horribly murdered.”
Wearing his trademark red cap and criticizing illegal immigration, the tycoon was interrupted by gunfire at 18:08 hours. The 22 seconds of the shooting were broadcast around the world, culminating in an image of the bleeding Republican with his fist raised, shouting: “Fight!”
He Republican candidate He called for unity and to show the true character of Americans, urging everyone to remain strong and determined to not allow evil to prevail. “At this time, it is more important than ever that we stand together,” he said.
Later, the former president published another message where he announced that, despite the recommendations, he will appear to address the nation from Wisconsin, where the Convention I insistedonal Republican In the course of the week.
For her part, the first lady, Melania, In a statement, she called the attacker a “monster” and praised her husband’s character.
Finally, security at political events has been called into question following the incident, sparking intense debate in an already polarized country.
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2024-07-17 16:53:02