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What was the former President Donald Trump addressing at the rally when the shooting occurred?
What was the former President Donald Trump addressing at the rally when the shooting occurred?
- A chart on immigration numbers (correct)
- The recent rise in violence
- A plan to unite the country
- His campaign platform
What was the age of the gunman who was shot and killed by a Secret Service agent?
What was the age of the gunman who was shot and killed by a Secret Service agent?
- 35 years old
- 25 years old
- 30 years old
- 20 years old (correct)
What was the condition of the two bystanders who were hit by the bullets?
What was the condition of the two bystanders who were hit by the bullets?
- Released from the hospital
- Killed instantly
- Listed in critical condition (correct)
- Listed in stable condition
What was the reaction of the crowd when the former President Trump was led away from the stage?
What was the reaction of the crowd when the former President Trump was led away from the stage?
What was the reaction of the former President Trump when he was being led away from the stage?
What was the reaction of the former President Trump when he was being led away from the stage?
What was the outcome of the bystander who was hit by the bullet?
What was the outcome of the bystander who was hit by the bullet?
What was the reaction of the FBI to the incident?
What was the reaction of the FBI to the incident?
What was the description of the sound of the bullets by some witnesses?
What was the description of the sound of the bullets by some witnesses?
What was the distance of the gunman from the stage?
What was the distance of the gunman from the stage?
What was the reaction of President Biden to the attack?
What was the reaction of President Biden to the attack?
What was the injury sustained by Trump according to his social media post?
What was the injury sustained by Trump according to his social media post?
Who captured the moment the bullet flew past Trump's head?
Who captured the moment the bullet flew past Trump's head?
What was Trump seen doing as Secret Service agents escorted him to a nearby motorcade?
What was Trump seen doing as Secret Service agents escorted him to a nearby motorcade?
What was the sequence of events described by a rally-goer?
What was the sequence of events described by a rally-goer?
What was the location of the blood seen on Trump's face?
What was the location of the blood seen on Trump's face?
What was the number of shots described by a rally-goer?
What was the number of shots described by a rally-goer?
Study Notes
Attempted Assassination of Former President Donald Trump
- An attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump occurred at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
- The incident involved a 20-year-old gunman who was shot and killed by a Secret Service agent.
Details of the Incident
- The rally had just started, with Trump addressing a chart on immigration numbers, when the shooting occurred.
- Witnesses reported hearing "pops" that sounded like firecrackers.
- Trump's hand moved to his right ear, suggesting he was close to being hit.
- A bullet flew close to Trump's head, with New York Times campaign photographer Doug Mills capturing the moment.
Aftermath
- One bystander was killed, and two others were hit and are listed in critical condition at a hospital in Pittsburgh.
- The victims were all men, but their names have not been released.
- Trump was not otherwise injured, although it's unclear whether he was grazed by a bullet or shards of glass.
- Trump posted on social media that "alone" who prevented the unthinkable from happening, and emphasized the importance of unity and showing American character.
Reaction from President Biden
- President Biden returned to the White House and spoke with Trump by phone, condemning the attack and saying there's no place in America for this kind of violence.
Investigation
- Questions are being raised about how the gunman got so close to the former president, with reports indicating he positioned himself on top of a building about 200-300 feet from the stage.
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Description
CBS News special report on the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Witness account describes the chaotic scene.
