TEXAS — Former President Trump was whisked off the stage after a shooting at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Saturday night.
Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for the Trump Campaign, said, “President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow.”
Officials later confirmed that at least one rally attendee had been killed and two others were critically injured. The suspected shooter, who the FBI early Sunday morning said was 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was killed by United States Secret Service.
Trump posted a statement on his social media platform, Truth Social, thanking the Secret Service and law enforcement for their “rapid response” and expressed his condolences to the family of the person who was killed at the rally. The former president said he was pierced in the ear by a bullet.
Following the incident, many Texas lawmakers took to X to share their reactions to the incident.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott shared, “They try to jail him. They try to kill him. It will not work. He is indomitable.”
Former President George W. Bush and his wife Laura Bush released a statement commending the Secret Service agents' response and expressing their gratitude that Trump is safe.
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, said, “This is horrific & wrong & evil. Thank God he appears not to be seriously injured.”
Rep. Colin Allred, D-Dallas, offered his prays for Trump and condemned "this horrific attack in the strongest possible terms."
Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, said, “Sending prayers for President Trump for a swift recovery. Thank you to the U.S. Secret Service for acting quickly to ensure his safety. Whoever is responsible must face swift justice. May we all pray for our country tonight.”
Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Austin, said, “Please join me in praying for President Trump, his @SecretService members, and everyone at today’s rally.”
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Dallas, thanked law enforcement for their response to the shooting and condemned all forms of political violence.
Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Austin, said that "violence begets violence, whether directed at Trump or inspired by him" and condemned "all acts of violence." Doggett also said "we must make our voices heard by ballots, not bullets."
Texas State House Speaker Dade Phelan offered his prayers for Trump and all those who attended the rally.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said, “Incidents erupts at President Trump’s Rally. Trump rushed off stage by secret service. Please everyone pray for President Trump and pray for the country.”