July 14th 2024.
Elon Musk was quick to express his support for Donald Trump after the former president was shot at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. Trump was delivering a speech when loud bangs suddenly rang out, causing chaos and confusion among the crowd. He was quickly rushed off the stage and seen with blood on his face as he bravely rose back to his feet.
In the aftermath of the shooting, Musk took to social media to share a video of Trump triumphantly pumping his fist in the air, accompanied by the words, "I fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery." He also shared a post comparing Trump's strength to that of Theodore Roosevelt, a former US president known for his toughness.
However, Musk also expressed his disappointment in the security measures at the rally, making multiple posts condemning their lack of effectiveness. The incident tragically resulted in the death of two people, including the suspected gunman.
US President Joe Biden also spoke out about the attack, condemning it as "sick" in a press conference. He expressed relief that Trump was safe and offered his prayers for his recovery, as well as for the others who were present at the rally.
Biden's wife, Jill, also expressed gratitude towards the Secret Service for their swift action in getting Trump to safety. She emphasized the need for unity in the face of such violence, stating that there is no place for it in America.
The shooting sparked reactions from various political figures, including vice-presidential hopefuls, family members, and rivals. Trump's spokesperson confirmed that he was unharmed and thanked law enforcement and first responders for their quick response.
Former US president Barack Obama also spoke out against the attack, stating that there is no place for political violence in a democracy. He, along with his wife Michelle, wished Trump a speedy recovery.
Trump's daughter, Ivanka, took to Instagram to thank supporters for their love and prayers for her father and other victims of the violence. Trump's eldest son, Donald Trump Jr, also shared a photo of his father with a bloody face and raised fist, accompanied by the words, "He'll never stop fighting to Save America."
Several politicians, including North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, Florida Senator Marco Rubio, and Ohio Senator JD Vance, who were all on Trump's shortlist for vice president, expressed their concern for the former president. Rubio even shared an image of Trump being escorted off stage with the words, "God protected President Trump."
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, condemned the violence and stated that it has no place in the state or the country. He also confirmed that Pennsylvania state police were at the rally site.
The incident also caught the attention of world leaders, with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese labeling it as "concerning and confronting." He stated that there is no place for violence in the democratic process and expressed relief that Trump was safe. Former Australian Prime Minister and current ambassador to the US, Kevin Rudd, also issued a statement, stating that violence has no place in democracies and expressing his relief that Trump was unharmed.
The shooting at the Trump rally has been extensively covered by the media, with updates and reactions pouring in from all over. As the investigation continues, we can only hope for a peaceful and swift resolution to this tragic event.
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