<p>Thomas Matthew Crooks, the gunman who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump, appears to have used a social media microblogging site&nbsp;called 'Gab' to lend support to President Joe Biden and his policies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the platform's CEO, Andrew Torba, he learned about Crooks' allegiances after getting an "emergency disclosure request from a law enforcement agency".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Approximately 30 minutes ago, Gab learned that Thomas Crooks, the deranged Joe Biden supporter who attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump, may have had an account on our platform. We are unable to confirm that the account in question actually belonged to him," wrote Torba on X (formerly Twitter).&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The account was last active on the site in 2021. As far as we are aware, the account did not use the site to send any direct messages. He posted on the site nine (9) times total," Torba added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The account in question went by the alias of @epicmicrowave and expressed support for Biden's COVID-19 lockdowns, border policies and executive orders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In one of the posts, the account user could be seen mocking someone for sharing an election projection.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Didn’t you also think Biden would lose in a landslide yeah I would not be very confident in your election predictions," the OP wrote in February 2021.</p>

<p>Torba added he was releasing the data "at significant personal and business risk" by defying the DC consensus and publishing first definitive evidence that the shooter was a Biden supporter.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-secret-service-director-grilled-by-lawmakers-on-trump-assassination-attempt-743179"><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Secret Service director grilled by lawmakers on Trump assassination attempt</strong></a></p>

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<h2><strong>Crooks' search history&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The FBI last week&nbsp;confirmed that Crooks had searched for Trump as well as Biden in the lead-up to the events of July 13.&nbsp;</p>

<p>FBI added that the 20-year-old&nbsp;searched for&nbsp;dates of Trump appearances and the Democratic National Convention (DNC) where Democrats are expected to certify Kamala Harris' nomination for the president.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-shooting-new-bodycam-video-shows-failed-assassin-thomas-crooks-in-pool-of-blood-on-roof-watch-743681"><strong>Trump shooting new bodycam video shows failed assassin Thomas Crooks in pool of blood on roof: WATCH</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Crooks neutralised by Secret Service</strong></h2>

<p>Crooks was killed by the US Secret Service (SS)&nbsp;after he fired multiple rounds from an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle in a bid to&nbsp;assassinate Trump. The former president was saved by mere inches as the bullet meant for his head, just grazed the top portion of his right ear.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 20-year-old shooter fired from a building, only 130 metres away from the Republican leader despite being well inside the security perimeter of Secret Service, FBI and local law enforcement agencies.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Crooks had also placed explosives&nbsp;in his car and reports indicate that he planned to blow it up after surviving the immediate aftermath of the assassination attempt.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, after the incident, it was revealed that Crooks was a registered Republican but had donated to Progressive Turnout Project - a liberal voter turnout group, through the Democratic donation platform ActBlue.&nbsp;</p>

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Thomas Matthew Crooks, the gunman who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump, appears to have used a social media microblogging site called 'Gab' to lend support to President Joe Biden and his policies.

Thomas Matthew Crooks, the gunman who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump, appears to have used a social media microblogging site called 'Gab' to lend support to President Joe Biden and his policies. According to the platform's CEO, Andrew Torba, he learned about Crooks' allegiances after getting an "emergency disclosure request from a law enforcement agency". "Approximately 30 minutes ago, Gab learned that Thomas Crooks, the deranged Joe Biden supporter who attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump, may have had an account on our platform. We are unable to confirm that the account in question actually belonged to him," wrote Torba on X (formerly Twitter). "The account was last active on the site in 2021. As far as we are aware, the account did not use the site to send any direct messages. He posted on the site nine (9) times total," Torba added. 🚨Approximately 30 minutes ago, Gab learned that Thomas Crooks, the deranged Joe Biden supporter who attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump, may have had an account on our platform. We are unable to confirm that the account in question actually belonged to him. The… pic.twitter.com/BcJrZJ4Yhk — Andrew Torba (@BasedTorba) July 24, 2024 × The account in question went by the alias of @epicmicrowave and expressed support for Biden's COVID-19 lockdowns, border policies and executive orders. In one of the posts, the account user could be seen mocking someone for sharing an election projection. "Didn’t you also think Biden would lose in a landslide yeah I would not be very confident in your election predictions," the OP wrote in February 2021. Torba added he was releasing the data "at significant personal and business risk" by defying the DC consensus and publishing first definitive evidence that the shooter was a Biden supporter. Watch | US Secret Service director grilled by lawmakers on Trump assassination attempt × Crooks' search history The FBI last week confirmed that Crooks had searched for Trump as well as Biden in the lead-up to the events of July 13. FBI added that the 20-year-old searched for dates of Trump appearances and the Democratic National Convention (DNC) where Democrats are expected to certify Kamala Harris' nomination for the president. Trump shooting new bodycam video shows failed assassin Thomas Crooks in pool of blood on roof: WATCH Crooks neutralised by Secret Service Crooks was killed by the US Secret Service (SS) after he fired multiple rounds from an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle in a bid to assassinate Trump. The former president was saved by mere inches as the bullet meant for his head, just grazed the top portion of his right ear. The 20-year-old shooter fired from a building, only 130 metres away from the Republican leader despite being well inside the security perimeter of Secret Service, FBI and local law enforcement agencies. Crooks had also placed explosives in his car and reports indicate that he planned to blow it up after surviving the immediate aftermath of the assassination attempt. Notably, after the incident, it was revealed that Crooks was a registered Republican but had donated to Progressive Turnout Project - a liberal voter turnout group, through the Democratic donation platform ActBlue. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump shooter Thomas Crooks’ likely social media account he used to support Biden found

<p>Former President Donald Trump plans to stop holding outdoor rallies, such as the one in Butler, Pennsylvania, where he was shot during an assassination attempt this month, according to two sources familiar with his campaign&nbsp;operations.</p>

<p>The sources informed that the current plans are to hold indoor rallies, but it is likely that Trump will participate in smaller outdoor events or larger rallies in facilities where entry is fully controlled and there are no issues with high ground nearby.</p>

<p>However, spokesperson for the Trump campaign and the Secret Service did not immediately respond to requests for comment.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-remotely-defensible-donald-trump-asks-new-york-appeals-court-to-throw-out-454mn-civil-suit-verdict-743270">Donald Trump asks New York appeals court to throw out $454mn civil fraud verdict</a></p>

<p>Notably, news of the venue change comes on the same day Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle announced her resignation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While in a phone interview with Newsmax on Tuesday (July 23) night, Trump commented on her resignation, saying, "I just heard that she is out and she, I don’t think, had much of a choice."</p>

<p>The former president further added in recent months his campaign had been asking for more Secret Service agents at campaign events but was denied.</p>

<p>Trump also talked about an indoor rally he held in Michigan during the interview.</p>

<p>"Do I feel safe? Yeah, I have to feel safe. Otherwise, I guess, I wouldn’t be able to do this stuff," Trump said.</p>

<h2><strong>Kimberly Cheatle resigns</strong></h2>

<p>It is worth mentioning here,&nbsp;US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned on Tuesday (July 23) amid ongoing outrage over how the agency helmed by her failed to prevent the attempted assassination&nbsp;of former&nbsp;Trump at a Pennsylvania campaign rally earlier this month.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-kimberly-cheatle-us-secret-service-director-who-resigned-days-after-trumps-assassination-bid-743559" target="_blank">Who is Kimberly Cheatle, US Secret Service director who resigned days after Trump's assassination bid?</a></strong></p>

<p>Cheatle said that one of the Secret Service’s foremost duties is to protect American leaders and that the agency "fell short of that mission" on July 13 when former US President Donald Trump faced attempted assassination.</p>

<p>"I do not want my calls for resignation to be a distraction from the great work each and every one of you do towards our vital mission," Cheatle said in an&nbsp;email sent to Secret Service agents.</p>

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Former President Donald Trump plans to stop holding outdoor rallies, such as the one in Butler, Pennsylvania, where he was shot during an assassination attempt this month, according to two sources familiar with his campaign operations.

Former President Donald Trump plans to stop holding outdoor rallies, such as the one in Butler, Pennsylvania, where he was shot during an assassination attempt this month, according to two sources familiar with his campaign operations. The sources informed that the current plans are to hold indoor rallies, but it is likely that Trump will participate in smaller outdoor events or larger rallies in facilities where entry is fully controlled and there are no issues with high ground nearby. However, spokesperson for the Trump campaign and the Secret Service did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Also read: Donald Trump asks New York appeals court to throw out $454mn civil fraud verdict Notably, news of the venue change comes on the same day Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle announced her resignation. While in a phone interview with Newsmax on Tuesday (July 23) night, Trump commented on her resignation, saying, "I just heard that she is out and she, I don’t think, had much of a choice." The former president further added in recent months his campaign had been asking for more Secret Service agents at campaign events but was denied. Trump also talked about an indoor rally he held in Michigan during the interview. "Do I feel safe? Yeah, I have to feel safe. Otherwise, I guess, I wouldn’t be able to do this stuff," Trump said. Kimberly Cheatle resigns It is worth mentioning here, US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned on Tuesday (July 23) amid ongoing outrage over how the agency helmed by her failed to prevent the attempted assassination of former Trump at a Pennsylvania campaign rally earlier this month. Also read | Who is Kimberly Cheatle, US Secret Service director who resigned days after Trump's assassination bid? Cheatle said that one of the Secret Service’s foremost duties is to protect American leaders and that the agency "fell short of that mission" on July 13 when former US President Donald Trump faced attempted assassination. "I do not want my calls for resignation to be a distraction from the great work each and every one of you do towards our vital mission," Cheatle said in an email sent to Secret Service agents. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump to halt outdoor rallies following assassination attempt

US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has tendered her resignation coming under fire over the recent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump

US:  President thanks Kimberly Cheatle as Director resigns

<p><em><strong>Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised.&nbsp;</strong></em><strong>Trump shooting video:</strong> A new bodycam video from the failed assassination bid on Republican&nbsp;presidential candidate Donald Trump has been shared by a Congressman, which purportedly shows secret service agents and local police gathered on the roof of a building from where Thomas Matthew Crooks shot at the&nbsp;former US president.<br />
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Chuck Grassley, a Republican Senator from Iowa, shared the video on Tuesday (July 23), with a post on X saying: "Bodycam footage provides more info than Secret Service will share" with American.</p>

<p><strong>Also read</strong>:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-slams-trump-at-her-first-presidential-rally-743610">Kamala Harris slams Trump at her first presidential campaign rally</a><br />
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<h2>What is in new bodycam footage of Trump assassination bid?</h2>

<p>The video, likely captured from the bodycam of a local police sniper,&nbsp;appears to show a group of law enforcement agents, including those from US Secret Service, and local police, on the rooftop. They're talking while one of them is holding a couple of cell phones. Behind them, what appears to be a dead body with blood trailing all the way the roof.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-secret-service-chief-kimberly-cheatle-resigns-days-after-trump-assassination-attempt-743536" target="_blank">US Secret Service chief resigns days after Trump assassination attempt</a><br />
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<h2>Secret Service faces heat as chief resigns</h2>

<p>It is apparent from the video that local police snipers posted in the building from where Crooks pulled the trigger had located him before the shooting. In fact, one of them even snapped his picture. It was claimed that Secret Service had been alerted by local police, yet allowed Trump to go with the planned rally speech in spite of the threat perception.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-to-halt-outdoor-rallies-following-assassination-attempt-743641">Trump to halt outdoor rallies following assassination attempt</a><br />
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The new bodycam video was shared on the same day Kimberly Cheatle resigned as Secret Service chief after facing Congressional grilling on the major security lapse.<br />
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Trump was shot at multiple times, with one bullet grazing past his ear. He survived and was endorsed as Republican candidate for president at the party convention held two days after the shooting.<br />
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Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. Trump shooting video: A new bodycam video from the failed assassination bid on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has been shared by a Congressman, which purportedly shows secret service agents and local police gathered on the roof of a building from where Thomas Matthew Crooks shot at the former US president.

Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. Trump shooting video: A new bodycam video from the failed assassination bid on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has been shared by a Congressman, which purportedly shows secret service agents and local police gathered on the roof of a building from where Thomas Matthew Crooks shot at the former US president. Chuck Grassley, a Republican Senator from Iowa, shared the video on Tuesday (July 23), with a post on X saying: "Bodycam footage provides more info than Secret Service will share" with American. Also read: Kamala Harris slams Trump at her first presidential campaign rally "We NEED detailed answers ASAP on security failures TRANSPARENCY BRINGS ACCOUNTABILITY," Grassley said. He added that the video was obtained from Beaver Co Emergency Services Unit in compliance with congressional requests, referring to the county in Pennsylvania where the shooting happened on July 13 when Trump was addressing the meeting. What is in new bodycam footage of Trump assassination bid? The video, likely captured from the bodycam of a local police sniper, appears to show a group of law enforcement agents, including those from US Secret Service, and local police, on the rooftop. They're talking while one of them is holding a couple of cell phones. Behind them, what appears to be a dead body with blood trailing all the way the roof. Also read: US Secret Service chief resigns days after Trump assassination attempt Here is the full video: Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify authenticity of content shared on social media This is ATROCIOUS! The snipers inside the building got a picture of Crooks before the shooting, sent it in (to the other Secret Service agents?), lost sight of Crooks, and yet SS still let Trump come out on the stage to be a sitting duck at 130 yards. pic.twitter.com/X85OBZZGDD — Viva Frei (@thevivafrei) July 24, 2024 × Secret Service faces heat as chief resigns It is apparent from the video that local police snipers posted in the building from where Crooks pulled the trigger had located him before the shooting. In fact, one of them even snapped his picture. It was claimed that Secret Service had been alerted by local police, yet allowed Trump to go with the planned rally speech in spite of the threat perception. Also read: Trump to halt outdoor rallies following assassination attempt The new bodycam video was shared on the same day Kimberly Cheatle resigned as Secret Service chief after facing Congressional grilling on the major security lapse. Trump was shot at multiple times, with one bullet grazing past his ear. He survived and was endorsed as Republican candidate for president at the party convention held two days after the shooting. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump shooting new bodycam video shows failed assassin Thomas Crooks in pool of blood on roof: WATCH

US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has tendered her resignation coming under fire over the recent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. Watch in for more details!

US Secret Service chief Kimberly Cheatle resigns over Trump shooting

BREAKING: US Secret service chief Cheatle steps down days after Trump assassination attempt

BREAKING: US Secret service director Kimberly Cheatle steps down amid resignation calls

<p>Democrat Congressman from Philadelphia, Brendan Boyle has called on US Secret Service (USSS) chief Kimberly Cheatle to "resign immediately" after former president Donald Trump narrowly avoided an assassination attempt.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Boyle has become the first Democrat leader to come out and openly demand Cheatle's resignation, joining a chorus of Republicans who have reiterated a similar demand.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I am calling on Director Cheatle to resign immediately following last weekend's shooting of a presidential candidate in Western Pennsylvania. The evidence coming to light has shown unacceptable operational failures,"&nbsp;Boyle wrote on X, formerly Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have no confidence in the leadership of the United States Secret Service if Director Cheatle chooses to remain in her position," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Cheatle has been under immense pressure from all quarters to tender her resignation but so far, she has refused to step down. She will, however,&nbsp;testify before the House Oversight Committee on Monday (Jul 22) regarding the failures that led to the near-catastrophic assassination attempt.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thomas Crooks, the shooter who took aim at Trump, was merely 130 metres away from the former president and managed to compose himself on the roof of the building without any fuss.</p>

<p>The Secret Service agents did not spot him till he had fired multiple rounds and only neutralised him after&nbsp;Trump suffered a bullet wound on his right ear while a rallygoer was killed.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Division in our society must be healed: Trump in first speech after he survived assassination</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Secret Service denied security to Trump</strong></h2>

<p>A Democrat leader demanding Cheatle's resignation comes after a report claimed that the Secret Service&nbsp;denied requests for additional resources and manpower to protect Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The premier security agency admitted that in the past two years, several requests were put forth by Trump's security detail that were not granted.&nbsp;The ex-president's team had requested more agents and magnetometers at large public events he attended, as well as extra snipers for outdoor venues.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/secret-service-chief-confronted-by-gop-senators-over-trump-assassination-bid-742056"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;US Secret Service chief confronted by GOP senators over Trump assassination bid</strong></a></p>

<p>Notably, quizzed after the assassination bid on Trump, Anthony Guglielmi, a spokesman for the Secret Service, had outrightly quashed the reports of denying security to the Republican leader.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The assertion that a member of the former president’s security team requested additional security resources that the US Secret Service or the Department of Homeland Security rebuffed is absolutely false,” he said at the time.</p>

<p>However,&nbsp;Guglielmi has changed the stance now and claims that the Secret Service works in a 'challenging' environment' that may have led to the rejection of requests to beef up Trump's security.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Democrat Congressman from Philadelphia, Brendan Boyle has called on US Secret Service (USSS) chief Kimberly Cheatle to "resign immediately" after former president Donald Trump narrowly avoided an assassination attempt.

Democrat Congressman from Philadelphia, Brendan Boyle has called on US Secret Service (USSS) chief Kimberly Cheatle to "resign immediately" after former president Donald Trump narrowly avoided an assassination attempt. Boyle has become the first Democrat leader to come out and openly demand Cheatle's resignation, joining a chorus of Republicans who have reiterated a similar demand. "I am calling on Director Cheatle to resign immediately following last weekend's shooting of a presidential candidate in Western Pennsylvania. The evidence coming to light has shown unacceptable operational failures," Boyle wrote on X, formerly Twitter. "I have no confidence in the leadership of the United States Secret Service if Director Cheatle chooses to remain in her position," he added. Director Cheatle must resign immediately. My statement calling for the resignation of United States Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle: pic.twitter.com/q0ONU8PlAF — Rep. Brendan Boyle (@CongBoyle) July 21, 2024 × Cheatle has been under immense pressure from all quarters to tender her resignation but so far, she has refused to step down. She will, however, testify before the House Oversight Committee on Monday (Jul 22) regarding the failures that led to the near-catastrophic assassination attempt. Thomas Crooks, the shooter who took aim at Trump, was merely 130 metres away from the former president and managed to compose himself on the roof of the building without any fuss. The Secret Service agents did not spot him till he had fired multiple rounds and only neutralised him after Trump suffered a bullet wound on his right ear while a rallygoer was killed. Also watch | Division in our society must be healed: Trump in first speech after he survived assassination Secret Service denied security to Trump A Democrat leader demanding Cheatle's resignation comes after a report claimed that the Secret Service denied requests for additional resources and manpower to protect Trump. The premier security agency admitted that in the past two years, several requests were put forth by Trump's security detail that were not granted. The ex-president's team had requested more agents and magnetometers at large public events he attended, as well as extra snipers for outdoor venues. Also read | US Secret Service chief confronted by GOP senators over Trump assassination bid Notably, quizzed after the assassination bid on Trump, Anthony Guglielmi, a spokesman for the Secret Service, had outrightly quashed the reports of denying security to the Republican leader. “The assertion that a member of the former president’s security team requested additional security resources that the US Secret Service or the Department of Homeland Security rebuffed is absolutely false,” he said at the time. However, Guglielmi has changed the stance now and claims that the Secret Service works in a 'challenging' environment' that may have led to the rejection of requests to beef up Trump's security. (With inputs from agencies)

First Democrat leader calls for Secret Service chief to resign over Trump assassination bid

<p>People across the United States are now losing jobs after facing backlash over posts, and comments that they made mocking former President&nbsp;Donald Trump after the assassination attempt last week. Among those who have lost jobs over the past week include school employees, a restaurant worker, a fire chief and a political aide.</p>

<h2><strong>Trump haters now reaping consequences</strong></h2>

<p>An instructor at Bellarmine University in Louisville, Kentucky faced suspension by university officials after he made an "offensive and unacceptable social media post." The instructor identified as&nbsp;John James was no longer part of the university and it was not clear whether he was fired.</p>

<p>“If you’re gonna shoot, man, don’t miss,” the instructor had written on social media.</p>

<p>Similarly, a worker at the Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen &amp; Bar lost his job at the restaurant after he violated their social media policy.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwjG-tbEwLWHAxV4n68BHfmGO-IQxfQBKAB6BAgQEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-assassination-attempt-secret-service-sniper-killed-shooter-with-one-in-a-million-shot-report-742589" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-assassination-attempt-secret-service-sniper-killed-shooter-with-one-in-a-million-shot-report-742589&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjG-tbEwLWHAxV4n68BHfmGO-IQxfQBKAB6BAgQEAE">Trump assassination attempt | Secret Service sniper killed shooter with `one-in-a-million shot`: Report</a></strong></p>

<p>The worker, identified as Cooper Graves, wrote "so close" in response to the failed attempt to assassinate&nbsp;Trump.</p>

<p>"This individual has been immediately suspended pending a full HR investigation. This employee made these statements of his own volition and does not reflect or represent the views of our company," the restaurant said in a post on Facebook.</p>

<p>A middle school behaviour facilitator and a fire chief in Pennsylvania also lost their jobs after making&nbsp;posts mocking&nbsp;the failed assassination bid.</p>

<h2><strong>Suggestion from an expert</strong></h2>

<p>Karen North, a professor of digital social media at the University of South California and a psychologist, was quoted by USA Today as saying that everybody has an audience, so one should refrain from making such public statements.</p>

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<p>"There’s always an audience for people misbehaving," the expert warned.</p>

<p>"When it comes to things like wishing somebody died, there is nothing more horrible than making public statements about that," she made clear.</p>

<p>"Social media has become the town square," she said, "where people are put in the stocks and held out there to be humiliated because of their actions."</p>

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People across the United States are now losing jobs after facing backlash over posts, and comments that they made mocking former President Donald Trump after the assassination attempt last week.

People across the United States are now losing jobs after facing backlash over posts, and comments that they made mocking former President Donald Trump after the assassination attempt last week. Among those who have lost jobs over the past week include school employees, a restaurant worker, a fire chief and a political aide. Trump haters now reaping consequences An instructor at Bellarmine University in Louisville, Kentucky faced suspension by university officials after he made an "offensive and unacceptable social media post." The instructor identified as John James was no longer part of the university and it was not clear whether he was fired. “If you’re gonna shoot, man, don’t miss,” the instructor had written on social media. Similarly, a worker at the Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar lost his job at the restaurant after he violated their social media policy. Also read: Trump assassination attempt | Secret Service sniper killed shooter with `one-in-a-million shot`: Report The worker, identified as Cooper Graves, wrote "so close" in response to the failed attempt to assassinate Trump. "This individual has been immediately suspended pending a full HR investigation. This employee made these statements of his own volition and does not reflect or represent the views of our company," the restaurant said in a post on Facebook. A middle school behaviour facilitator and a fire chief in Pennsylvania also lost their jobs after making posts mocking the failed assassination bid. Suggestion from an expert Karen North, a professor of digital social media at the University of South California and a psychologist, was quoted by USA Today as saying that everybody has an audience, so one should refrain from making such public statements. Also read: Trump speaks with Zelensky, pledges to `end the war` "There’s always an audience for people misbehaving," the expert warned. "When it comes to things like wishing somebody died, there is nothing more horrible than making public statements about that," she made clear. "Social media has become the town square," she said, "where people are put in the stocks and held out there to be humiliated because of their actions." (With inputs from agencies)

Trump assassination attempt: Those who mocked ex-US president now losing jobs

<p>The assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump shocked the world last week. New information and clips from Pennsylvania are being shared as the investigation into the matter progresses.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The video allegedly shows Thomas Matthew Crooks, the perpetrator behind the shooting walking around suspiciously before firing shots at a Republican Presidential candidate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This video comes after a new report revealed that Crooks was seen using a rangefinder shortly before the shooting, according to a local law enforcement officer who spoke to CBS News.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A sniper from a local tactical team, deployed to support the Secret Service at the Pennsylvania rally, saw Crooks through their scope. The sniper was stationed inside the building from the roof of which Crooks later fired shots, alongside two other snipers.</p>

<p>The Secret Service is facing severe criticism for its failure to protect Donald Trump, prompting calls for Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to step down. Cheatle defended the agency, citing that guards weren't stationed on the slanted roof. Crooks was shot by Secret Service snipers after injuring Trump, and two others, and fatally shooting firefighter Corey Comperatore.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">There he is just strolling around checking things out an HOUR BEFORE he began shooting… WTF.<br />
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<p>Reacting to the video, one user wrote, “He should have been detained just for having a rangefinder in close proximity to the President and been questioned. Why would anyone have a device like that? How did he even get it inside the area?”</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/secret-service-had-marked-thomas-crooks-as-threat-minutes-before-assassination-attempt-on-trump-741892">Secret Service marked Crooks 'threat' minutes before Trump shooting incident</a></strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;“At some point, when multiple massive unprecedented security failures after security failures occur back to back - people get understandably suspicious. The complete inability for a reasonable explanation from the Secret Service fans the flames of suspicion even more,” wrote another.</p>

<p>“It is a miracle Donald Trump is alive today,” a third said.</p>

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<p>“How do you not see a weird shady dude walking around the buildings, scoping out where to place that ladder, while looking for the perfect rooftop and all in your view? If this doesn’t stink to high heavens of the people who want Trump gone, then you’re far too gone to be saved,” wrote a fourth.<br />
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“The incompetence of this entire operation has surpassed epic proportions and the Director has not been fired. This leads to so many more questions,”&nbsp;commented another user.</p>

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The assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump shocked the world last week. New information and clips from Pennsylvania are being shared as the investigation into the matter progresses.

The assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump shocked the world last week. New information and clips from Pennsylvania are being shared as the investigation into the matter progresses. The video allegedly shows Thomas Matthew Crooks, the perpetrator behind the shooting walking around suspiciously before firing shots at a Republican Presidential candidate. This video comes after a new report revealed that Crooks was seen using a rangefinder shortly before the shooting, according to a local law enforcement officer who spoke to CBS News. A sniper from a local tactical team, deployed to support the Secret Service at the Pennsylvania rally, saw Crooks through their scope. The sniper was stationed inside the building from the roof of which Crooks later fired shots, alongside two other snipers. The Secret Service is facing severe criticism for its failure to protect Donald Trump, prompting calls for Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to step down. Cheatle defended the agency, citing that guards weren't stationed on the slanted roof. Crooks was shot by Secret Service snipers after injuring Trump, and two others, and fatally shooting firefighter Corey Comperatore. There he is just strolling around checking things out an HOUR BEFORE he began shooting… WTF. pic.twitter.com/3Keo1u1o58 — NanLee Marie Carissimi (@NanLee1124) July 17, 2024 × Reacting to the video, one user wrote, “He should have been detained just for having a rangefinder in close proximity to the President and been questioned. Why would anyone have a device like that? How did he even get it inside the area?” Also read: Secret Service marked Crooks 'threat' minutes before Trump shooting incident “At some point, when multiple massive unprecedented security failures after security failures occur back to back - people get understandably suspicious. The complete inability for a reasonable explanation from the Secret Service fans the flames of suspicion even more,” wrote another. “It is a miracle Donald Trump is alive today,” a third said. STOP IT!!!😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/ncPwXuQonU — il Donaldo Trumpo (@PapiTrumpo) July 17, 2024 × “How do you not see a weird shady dude walking around the buildings, scoping out where to place that ladder, while looking for the perfect rooftop and all in your view? If this doesn’t stink to high heavens of the people who want Trump gone, then you’re far too gone to be saved,” wrote a fourth. “The incompetence of this entire operation has surpassed epic proportions and the Director has not been fired. This leads to so many more questions,” commented another user. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch | Video shows Trump shooter Thomas Crooks suspiciously scouting the area before attack

Iran's officials, responding to accusations of a purported plot to kill former President Donald Trump, fiercely denied "malicious" reports on Wednesday. They stated that Iran is pursuing a "legal path to bring him to justice" for his supposed order to kill an Iranian general in 2020. Watch to know more.

Trump assassination attempt: Iran rejects claims

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<p>At the Republican National Convention (RNC) on Wednesday night, the head of the US Secret Service was confronted by Republican senators, one of whom was the top GOP member of the&nbsp;Senate.</p>

<p>They wanted her to step down or provide a detailed account of&nbsp;the security lapses that almost led to the death of former United States&nbsp;President Donald&nbsp;Trump.</p>

<p>At the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Secret Service director Kimberly A&nbsp;Cheatle was strongly confronted by Senators John Barrasso of Wyoming, the third-ranking Republican in the Senate, and Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee. A staff member filmed the encounter and shared it with a reporter.</p>

<p>The video, which Blackburn also posted on X, shows Barrasso questioning Cheatle about why Trump was allowed to speak onstage at his&nbsp;rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday, even though authorities had already identified the shooter,&nbsp;Thomas Matthew Crooks, as suspicious.</p>

<p>“You put him within less than an inch of his life,” Barrasso said to Cheatle, almost yelling.</p>

<p>“So resignation or full explanation,” Barrasso.</p>

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<p>Cheatle walked out of the suite without responding as&nbsp;GOP Senators&nbsp;continued to hurl questions at her and insist that she owed them answers as they followed her up a flight of stairs and along a corridor inside the arena.</p>

<p>Given its magnitude, the federal government has classified the Republican National Convention as a "national special security event," which is the highest threat profile.</p>

<p>In a joint interview, Barrasso and Blackburn, said after the event they had a briefing call with Cheatle and FBI Director Christopher Wray, earlier that day. The senators expressed frustration, stating that they had been waiting to ask questions when the call abruptly ended, deeming the briefing inadequate.</p>

<p>Barrasso called the briefing a "cover-your-ass call," saying, "We were trying to understand the circumstances, like how the shooter was able to be on the roof alone and fire shots."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kai-trump-first-granddaughter-of-donald-trump-speaks-at-rnc-741961">Kai Trump, first granddaughter of Donald Trump, speaks at RNC</a></strong></p>

<p>Both senators said that when they heard that Cheatle was in the arena, they decided to confront her. Barrasso said that they were joined by Senators James Lankford of Oklahoma and Kevin Cramer of North Dakota.</p>

<p>Anthony Guglielmi, chief of communications for the US Secret Service, released a statement saying&nbsp;that Cheatle "has no intentions to step down" and that "continuity of operations is paramount during a critical incident."</p>

<p>"She deeply respects members of Congress," Guglielmi added, "and is fiercely committed to transparency in leading the Secret Service through the internal investigation and strengthening the agency through lessons learned in these important internal and external reviews."</p>

<p>In an interview inside the convention arena, Barrasso said that he and Blackburn only gave up their pursuit of Cheatle after she fled into a restroom.</p>

<p>"She ran up a flight of steps, and we were up with her. And it looked like she then went into a ladies’ room and her security closed the door and locked the door," he said.</p>

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At the Republican National Convention (RNC) on Wednesday night, the head of the US Secret Service was confronted by Republican senators, one of whom was the top GOP member of the Senate.

At the Republican National Convention (RNC) on Wednesday night, the head of the US Secret Service was confronted by Republican senators, one of whom was the top GOP member of the Senate. They wanted her to step down or provide a detailed account of the security lapses that almost led to the death of former United States President Donald Trump. At the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Secret Service director Kimberly A Cheatle was strongly confronted by Senators John Barrasso of Wyoming, the third-ranking Republican in the Senate, and Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee. A staff member filmed the encounter and shared it with a reporter. The video, which Blackburn also posted on X, shows Barrasso questioning Cheatle about why Trump was allowed to speak onstage at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday, even though authorities had already identified the shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, as suspicious. “You put him within less than an inch of his life,” Barrasso said to Cheatle, almost yelling. “So resignation or full explanation,” Barrasso. Watch | RNC 2024: Republican VP nominee JD Vance addresses the RNC × Cheatle walked out of the suite without responding as GOP Senators continued to hurl questions at her and insist that she owed them answers as they followed her up a flight of stairs and along a corridor inside the arena. Given its magnitude, the federal government has classified the Republican National Convention as a "national special security event," which is the highest threat profile. In a joint interview, Barrasso and Blackburn, said after the event they had a briefing call with Cheatle and FBI Director Christopher Wray, earlier that day. The senators expressed frustration, stating that they had been waiting to ask questions when the call abruptly ended, deeming the briefing inadequate. Barrasso called the briefing a "cover-your-ass call," saying, "We were trying to understand the circumstances, like how the shooter was able to be on the roof alone and fire shots." Also read: Kai Trump, first granddaughter of Donald Trump, speaks at RNC Both senators said that when they heard that Cheatle was in the arena, they decided to confront her. Barrasso said that they were joined by Senators James Lankford of Oklahoma and Kevin Cramer of North Dakota. Anthony Guglielmi, chief of communications for the US Secret Service, released a statement saying that Cheatle "has no intentions to step down" and that "continuity of operations is paramount during a critical incident." "She deeply respects members of Congress," Guglielmi added, "and is fiercely committed to transparency in leading the Secret Service through the internal investigation and strengthening the agency through lessons learned in these important internal and external reviews." In an interview inside the convention arena, Barrasso said that he and Blackburn only gave up their pursuit of Cheatle after she fled into a restroom. "She ran up a flight of steps, and we were up with her. And it looked like she then went into a ladies’ room and her security closed the door and locked the door," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

US Secret Service chief confronted by GOP senators over Trump assassination bid

<p>US President Joe Biden has renewed his call for Congress to ban high-powered firearms, such as the AR-15-style rifle that was used recently by the shooter who tried to assassinate former president Donald Trump. Speaking at a convention in Las Vegas, Biden called for the need for stringent gun control measures.</p>

<p>"An AR-15 was used in the shooting of Donald Trump, just as other assault weapons were used to kill so many others, including children," Biden stated. "It’s time to outlaw them. I did it once and I will do it again."</p>

<p>The Public Safety and Recreational Firearms Use Protection Act, commonly known as the assault weapons ban, was originally enacted in 1994 but expired in 2004. Efforts to renew the ban have repeatedly stalled in Congress.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-counting-the-cost-the-rising-numbers-in-us-gun-violence-666610">Counting the Cost: The Rising Numbers in US Gun Violence</a></strong></p>

<p>Biden also called for a reduction in political hostility and a rejection of all forms of violence.</p>

<p>"If we are gonna speak about violence, we are gonna speak about guns. More children in America died of gunshot wounds than any other reason. That is sick," Biden said. "And it’s sheer cowardice if we do nothing about it. So, you wanna stand against violence in America, then join me in getting these weapons of war off the streets of America."</p>

<p>Since taking office, Biden has made over 70 appeals to Congress to renew the assault weapons ban, which would primarily target the AR-15, the most popular gun in America, The Independent reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Donald Trump Assassination Attempt: Jack Black apologises for insensitive joke</strong></p>

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<p>The suspected shooter, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, reportedly stole&nbsp;the AR-15 from his father. Although&nbsp;the minimum age for buying rifles and shotguns is 18 in Pennsylvania from where Crooks hails.</p>

<p>Polling from Ipsos and The Washington Post indicates that roughly 16 million Americans own at least one AR-15-style rifle. These rifles, originally designed for military use, have been involved in 10 of the 17 deadliest mass shootings since 2012.</p>

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US President Joe Biden has renewed his call for Congress to ban high-powered firearms, such as the AR-15-style rifle that was used recently by the shooter who tried to assassinate former president Donald Trump.

US President Joe Biden has renewed his call for Congress to ban high-powered firearms, such as the AR-15-style rifle that was used recently by the shooter who tried to assassinate former president Donald Trump. Speaking at a convention in Las Vegas, Biden called for the need for stringent gun control measures. "An AR-15 was used in the shooting of Donald Trump, just as other assault weapons were used to kill so many others, including children," Biden stated. "It’s time to outlaw them. I did it once and I will do it again." The Public Safety and Recreational Firearms Use Protection Act, commonly known as the assault weapons ban, was originally enacted in 1994 but expired in 2004. Efforts to renew the ban have repeatedly stalled in Congress. Also read | Counting the Cost: The Rising Numbers in US Gun Violence Biden also called for a reduction in political hostility and a rejection of all forms of violence. "If we are gonna speak about violence, we are gonna speak about guns. More children in America died of gunshot wounds than any other reason. That is sick," Biden said. "And it’s sheer cowardice if we do nothing about it. So, you wanna stand against violence in America, then join me in getting these weapons of war off the streets of America." Since taking office, Biden has made over 70 appeals to Congress to renew the assault weapons ban, which would primarily target the AR-15, the most popular gun in America, The Independent reported. Also watch | Donald Trump Assassination Attempt: Jack Black apologises for insensitive joke × The suspected shooter, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, reportedly stole the AR-15 from his father. Although the minimum age for buying rifles and shotguns is 18 in Pennsylvania from where Crooks hails. Polling from Ipsos and The Washington Post indicates that roughly 16 million Americans own at least one AR-15-style rifle. These rifles, originally designed for military use, have been involved in 10 of the 17 deadliest mass shootings since 2012. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden calls for ban on assault rifles after Trump assassination attempt

Moving on as investigation into the assassination attempt on Donald Trump continues reports have emerged stating that the US Secret Service had increased security for Trump weeks ago after they learned of an Iranian plot to kill him.

Trump assassination attempt: How did Trump's shooter breach security?

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<p>The rooftop from which 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks shot at former United States (US) president Donald Trump during his campaign rally in Pennsylvania had been identified by the Secret Service as a "potential vulnerability" in the days before the rally, NBC News reported on Monday (July 15) citing sources.</p>

<p>The NBC News report said that the building, owned by a glass research company,&nbsp;is adjacent to the Butler Farm Show, an outdoor venue in Butler, Pennsylvania. The sources told the network that the Secret Service was aware&nbsp;of the risks associated with it.</p>

<h2><strong>The security arrangements during the rally</strong></h2>

<p>One of the sources told NBC that someone&nbsp;should have been on the roof or securing the building so no one could get on the roof. Earlier, Secret Service spokesperson&nbsp;Anthony Guglielmi said that the agency worked&nbsp;with local law enforcement to maintain event security.</p>

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<p>However,&nbsp;no officers were posted on the building used by Crooks,&nbsp;outside the event’s security perimeter but only about 148 yards from the stage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger said that his team has an&nbsp;Emergency Services Unit team, which deployed four sniper teams and four “quick response teams” at the rally.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But Goldinger pointed out that&nbsp;Secret Service agents were in charge of security outside the venue.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Secret Service defends response</strong></h2>

<p>Following&nbsp;the assassination attempt on Trump, the Secret Service has been facing widespread criticism for its failure to detect the gunman. However, the agency, which is&nbsp;responsible for protecting presidents and former presidents, defended its response.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch | WION Fineprint: Secret Service faces scrutiny after Trump assassination attempt</strong></p>

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<p>"Secret&nbsp;Service&nbsp;personnel on the ground moved quickly during the incident, with our counter sniper team neutralizing the shooter and our agents implementing protective measures to ensure the safety of former president Donald Trump," Kimberly Cheatle, the&nbsp;Secret&nbsp;Service&nbsp; director, said in a statement.</p>

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The rooftop from which 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks shot at former United States (US) president Donald Trump during his campaign rally in Pennsylvania had been identified by the Secret Service as a "potential vulnerability" in the days before the rally, NBC News reported on Monday (July 15) citing sources.

The rooftop from which 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks shot at former United States (US) president Donald Trump during his campaign rally in Pennsylvania had been identified by the Secret Service as a "potential vulnerability" in the days before the rally, NBC News reported on Monday (July 15) citing sources. The NBC News report said that the building, owned by a glass research company, is adjacent to the Butler Farm Show, an outdoor venue in Butler, Pennsylvania. The sources told the network that the Secret Service was aware of the risks associated with it. The security arrangements during the rally One of the sources told NBC that someone should have been on the roof or securing the building so no one could get on the roof. Earlier, Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi said that the agency worked with local law enforcement to maintain event security. Also read | Trump assassination attempt: Shooter purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before attacking ex-US prez However, no officers were posted on the building used by Crooks, outside the event’s security perimeter but only about 148 yards from the stage. Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger said that his team has an Emergency Services Unit team, which deployed four sniper teams and four “quick response teams” at the rally. But Goldinger pointed out that Secret Service agents were in charge of security outside the venue. Secret Service defends response Following the assassination attempt on Trump, the Secret Service has been facing widespread criticism for its failure to detect the gunman. However, the agency, which is responsible for protecting presidents and former presidents, defended its response. Also watch | WION Fineprint: Secret Service faces scrutiny after Trump assassination attempt × "Secret Service personnel on the ground moved quickly during the incident, with our counter sniper team neutralizing the shooter and our agents implementing protective measures to ensure the safety of former president Donald Trump," Kimberly Cheatle, the Secret Service director, said in a statement. (With inputs from agencies)

Rooftop from which gunman shot at Trump was identified as 'potential vulnerability' days before rally: Report

<p><strong>Trump assassination bid:</strong> Various reports are emerging on the planning and preparation done by Thomas Matthew Crooks before he went on the rooftop of a rally addressed by Donald Trump in Pennsylvania and pumped bullets at him in a failed assassination attempt on Saturday (Jul&nbsp;13).</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jd-vance-trumps-pick-for-vice-president-once-called-him-hitler-of-america-cynical-xxxhole-741232">JD Vance, Trump's VP pick, once called him 'Hitler of America', 'idiot'</a></p>

<p>According to a report in CNN, Crooks practised firing at a shooting range on Friday, a day before the shooting. Earlier reports had said that he was rejected by a shooting club as he was not a good shot, in his younger days.</p>

<p>Citing an unnamed official, CNN said that on the day of the shooting, he bought a ladder from a Home Depot store. The ladder was eventually used to climb the rooftop of the building from where he took aim at Trump.</p>

<p>On the first half of last Saturday, he also bought 50 rounds of ammunition from a gun store.</p>

<p><strong>Also read</strong>:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-makes-first-public-appearance-since-assassination-attempt-741196">Trump makes first public appearance since assassination attempt</a></p>

<p>He was driving a Hyundai Sonata car and travelled for an hour to the Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Crook planned to blow up his car?</strong></h2>

<p>According to investigators cited in the CNN report, Crooks had planted an improvised explosive device. After parking the car near the rally site, he took the transmitter for the IED with him. This indicates that, besides shooting Trump, he intended to carry out an explosion of his car to create panic and mayhem. It may have also been a planned distraction tactic. Mercifully, no explosion was carried out eventually.</p>

<p><strong>Motive yet to be known</strong></p>

<p>It is puzzling for the investigators that a clear motive or ideological cause is yet to be identified for Crooks' actions.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-woman-spotted-with-suspicious-behaviour-behind-trump-during-gun-firing-goes-viral-741223"><strong>Watch:</strong> <strong>Woman spotted with suspicious behaviour behind Trump during gun firing goes viral</strong></a></p>

<p>They have broken into his phone and computer and interviewed several of his acquaintances and family members but could not yet establish a concrete reason.&nbsp;</p>

<p>His computer search history showed an interest in coding, but nothing to suggest extreme viewpoints.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The rifle used in the shooting was legally purchased by his father Matthew Crooks, who along with his son was a member of a nearby shooting club which they used to frequent.&nbsp;</p>

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Trump assassination bid: Various reports are emerging on the planning and preparation done by Thomas Matthew Crooks before he went on the rooftop of a rally addressed by Donald Trump in Pennsylvania and pumped bullets at him in a failed assassination attempt on Saturday (Jul 13).

Trump assassination bid: Various reports are emerging on the planning and preparation done by Thomas Matthew Crooks before he went on the rooftop of a rally addressed by Donald Trump in Pennsylvania and pumped bullets at him in a failed assassination attempt on Saturday (Jul 13). Also read: JD Vance, Trump's VP pick, once called him 'Hitler of America', 'idiot' According to a report in CNN, Crooks practised firing at a shooting range on Friday, a day before the shooting. Earlier reports had said that he was rejected by a shooting club as he was not a good shot, in his younger days. Citing an unnamed official, CNN said that on the day of the shooting, he bought a ladder from a Home Depot store. The ladder was eventually used to climb the rooftop of the building from where he took aim at Trump. On the first half of last Saturday, he also bought 50 rounds of ammunition from a gun store. Also read: Trump makes first public appearance since assassination attempt He was driving a Hyundai Sonata car and travelled for an hour to the Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Crook planned to blow up his car? According to investigators cited in the CNN report, Crooks had planted an improvised explosive device. After parking the car near the rally site, he took the transmitter for the IED with him. This indicates that, besides shooting Trump, he intended to carry out an explosion of his car to create panic and mayhem. It may have also been a planned distraction tactic. Mercifully, no explosion was carried out eventually. Motive yet to be known It is puzzling for the investigators that a clear motive or ideological cause is yet to be identified for Crooks' actions. Watch: Woman spotted with suspicious behaviour behind Trump during gun firing goes viral They have broken into his phone and computer and interviewed several of his acquaintances and family members but could not yet establish a concrete reason. His computer search history showed an interest in coding, but nothing to suggest extreme viewpoints. The rifle used in the shooting was legally purchased by his father Matthew Crooks, who along with his son was a member of a nearby shooting club which they used to frequent. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump assassination bid: Crooks target-practiced at shooting range, bought ladder. Wanted to blow up car?

<p>After former United States President&nbsp;Donald Trump's attempted assassination,&nbsp;his successor Joe Biden has ordered the US Secret Service to extend protection to independent presidential candidate Robert F&nbsp;Kennedy Jr, the Secretary of Homeland Security announced on Monday (July 15).</p>

<p>Kennedy has little chance of winning Electoral College votes or the presidency, but his campaign events attract large crowds interested in his message.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For months, his campaign has urged the president to provide him with Secret Service security. Additionally, Kennedy&nbsp;has also submitted repeated requests following multiple incidents.</p>

<p>In October, a man was arrested for trespassing twice in one day at Kennedy's Los Angeles home. The month before, an armed man pretending to be a federal officer was detained outside a Kennedy campaign event.</p>

<p>Kennedy's uncle, President John F&nbsp;Kennedy, and his father, Senator Robert F&nbsp;Kennedy, were both assassinated.</p>

<p>Kennedy stated in a statement, "Thank you, President Biden, for extending me Secret Service protection." &nbsp;</p>

<p>He also praised Gavin de Becker &amp; Associates, his private security agency, "for keeping me safe for the past 15 months of my presidential campaign."</p>

<p>Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas stated that Biden ordered Kennedy's protection "both prior to and after the events of this past weekend."</p>

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<p>The Secret Service must protect major party presidential and vice presidential candidates and their families starting 120 days before a general election, but third-party candidates receive protection as needed. Kennedy, who has spent millions on private security, said this expense limits his campaign efforts.</p>

<p>The Department of Homeland Security noted in its 2024 budget overview that requests for candidate protection are being made earlier than before.</p>

<p>Threats to political candidates are common, but law enforcement officials have noted an increase in violent rhetoric since the weekend attack at the Trump rally. Mayorkas mentioned that both Biden and Trump are "constantly the subject of threats."</p>

<p>"We are in a heightened and very dynamic threat environment," he said.</p>

<p>Kennedy met with Trump on Monday "to discuss national unity," according to spokesperson Stefanie Spear. She added that Kennedy also hopes to meet with Democratic leaders and is not dropping out of the race.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


After former United States President Donald Trump's attempted assassination, his successor Joe Biden has ordered the US Secret Service to extend protection to independent presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr, the Secretary of Homeland Security announced on Monday (July 15).

After former United States President Donald Trump's attempted assassination, his successor Joe Biden has ordered the US Secret Service to extend protection to independent presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr, the Secretary of Homeland Security announced on Monday (July 15). Kennedy has little chance of winning Electoral College votes or the presidency, but his campaign events attract large crowds interested in his message. For months, his campaign has urged the president to provide him with Secret Service security. Additionally, Kennedy has also submitted repeated requests following multiple incidents. In October, a man was arrested for trespassing twice in one day at Kennedy's Los Angeles home. The month before, an armed man pretending to be a federal officer was detained outside a Kennedy campaign event. Kennedy's uncle, President John F Kennedy, and his father, Senator Robert F Kennedy, were both assassinated. Kennedy stated in a statement, "Thank you, President Biden, for extending me Secret Service protection." He also praised Gavin de Becker & Associates, his private security agency, "for keeping me safe for the past 15 months of my presidential campaign." Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas stated that Biden ordered Kennedy's protection "both prior to and after the events of this past weekend." Also read: JD Vance: Marine Corps veteran, bestselling author, US Senator- 10 things to know about Trump's running mate The Secret Service must protect major party presidential and vice presidential candidates and their families starting 120 days before a general election, but third-party candidates receive protection as needed. Kennedy, who has spent millions on private security, said this expense limits his campaign efforts. The Department of Homeland Security noted in its 2024 budget overview that requests for candidate protection are being made earlier than before. Threats to political candidates are common, but law enforcement officials have noted an increase in violent rhetoric since the weekend attack at the Trump rally. Mayorkas mentioned that both Biden and Trump are "constantly the subject of threats." "We are in a heightened and very dynamic threat environment," he said. Kennedy met with Trump on Monday "to discuss national unity," according to spokesperson Stefanie Spear. She added that Kennedy also hopes to meet with Democratic leaders and is not dropping out of the race. (With inputs from agencies)

President Biden orders Secret Service protection for Robert F Kennedy Jr after Trump assassination attempt

<p>Yet another chilling detail is emerging from the aftermath of the failed assassination attempt on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump: At least three counter-snipers were positioned in the very same building from which Thomas Matthew Crooks fired the shots.</p>

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<p>These snipers were from local police, and different from the Secret Service counter-snipers who eventually shot and killed Crooks, split-seconds after he fired up to nine rounds at Trump and managed to bleed the former US president during his campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday (Jul&nbsp;13).</p>

<p>The shocking details are being reported by local media outlets like Beaver Countian, based on interviews with local police sources.</p>

<p>"There were three counter-snipers located in the building that the shooter eventually used to take shots at Trump," an officer was quoted as saying by BeaverCountain.com</p>

<p>According to the report, an officer even took a photo of the shooter.</p>

<p>It is being reported that Crooks managed to scale the roof through an air conditioning unit.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/video-shows-trump-assassin-thomas-matthew-crooks-crawling-on-roo-people-warn-man-on-roof-he-is-here-741285">VIDEO - Trump shooting: 'Man on roof!', cops were warned before shots fired</a></p>

<p>Beaver Countian in its report said that a local cop had warned the command centre of seeing a man with a range finder before Trump was shot.</p>

<p>The officer said the man was "scoping out the roof of the building" he was stationed in as a counter-sniper, adding that the man returned with a backpack before ultimately scaling the building.</p>

<p>Law enforcement sources cited by the outlet said lack of manpower and "extremely poor planning" put Trump's life in danger.</p>

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<p>Separately, local channel WPXI reported that Crooks was spotted nearly half an hour before he ultimately fired at Trump.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jd-vance-trumps-pick-for-vice-president-once-called-him-hitler-of-america-cynical-xxxhole-741232">JD Vance, Trump's VP pick, once called him 'Hitler of America', 'idiot'</a></p>

<p>After the police sniper warned the command centre, officers went to the building and tried to climb to the roof. But the shooting had already happened before that.<br />
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Yet another chilling detail is emerging from the aftermath of the failed assassination attempt on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump: At least three counter-snipers were positioned in the very same building from which Thomas Matthew Crooks fired the shots.

Yet another chilling detail is emerging from the aftermath of the failed assassination attempt on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump: At least three counter-snipers were positioned in the very same building from which Thomas Matthew Crooks fired the shots. Also read: From 'never Trump' to Trump's 2024 VP pick: Who is JD Vance? These snipers were from local police, and different from the Secret Service counter-snipers who eventually shot and killed Crooks, split-seconds after he fired up to nine rounds at Trump and managed to bleed the former US president during his campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday (Jul 13). The shocking details are being reported by local media outlets like Beaver Countian, based on interviews with local police sources. "There were three counter-snipers located in the building that the shooter eventually used to take shots at Trump," an officer was quoted as saying by BeaverCountain.com According to the report, an officer even took a photo of the shooter. It is being reported that Crooks managed to scale the roof through an air conditioning unit. VIDEO - Trump shooting: 'Man on roof!', cops were warned before shots fired Beaver Countian in its report said that a local cop had warned the command centre of seeing a man with a range finder before Trump was shot. The officer said the man was "scoping out the roof of the building" he was stationed in as a counter-sniper, adding that the man returned with a backpack before ultimately scaling the building. Law enforcement sources cited by the outlet said lack of manpower and "extremely poor planning" put Trump's life in danger. × Separately, local channel WPXI reported that Crooks was spotted nearly half an hour before he ultimately fired at Trump. Also read: JD Vance, Trump's VP pick, once called him 'Hitler of America', 'idiot' After the police sniper warned the command centre, officers went to the building and tried to climb to the roof. But the shooting had already happened before that. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump shooting: Three counter-snipers were posted on same building from where Crooks fired

<p><strong>Trump Shot NEW Video:&nbsp;</strong>A chilling video has emerged, purportedly showing the shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks crawling on a rooftop and taking aim at Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, as people shout "man on roof" in a bid to warn law enforcement just 86 seconds ahead of the failed assassination bid on Saturday (Jul&nbsp;13).</p>

<p>According to reports, the warning was given by rally attendees in Pennsylvania&nbsp;before Crooks fired some eight-nine rounds at Trump, grazing his ear, and making the former US president fall down.</p>

<h2><strong>What is in the Trump Shot NEW Video?</strong></h2>

<p>The nearly one-minute-long video shared on social media shows a group of people walking on the grass and capturing someone on the rooftop on a mobile phone camera.<br />
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"Yeah someone's on top of the roof. Look," says a man in the video. "There he is, right there, right there. You see him?"</p>

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<p>"He's lying down. You see him?" asks the man.</p>

<p>And a woman responds, "Yeah, he's lying down."</p>

<p>Another man joins the group, asking,&nbsp;"What's happening?"</p>

<p>"Yeah look, there he is," says a male voice.</p>

<p>The camera then zooms in, purportedly revealing Crooks crawling and taking position. At least one police officer can be seen in the video, standing just in front of the building on top of which Crooks was lying down.</p>

<p>"Officer... on the left," says a male voice, as Trump's ongoing campaign speech could be heard in the background.</p>

<p>"Up here, He's on the roof, right here, man on the roof...you guys," shouts one woman.</p>

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<p>More people gather, and as the mobile phone camera zooms in, one can clearly see a man lying on top of the roof, crawling and apparently taking aim.</p>

<p><strong>Watch the full video of Trump shooting below:</strong><br />
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Some in the crowd told reporters later that they had tried to alert police. The video now appears to validate that.</p>

<p>According to a video analysis by the Washington Post, Crooks fired two minutes and two seconds after the starting point of the newly emerged video.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/usha-vance-the-highly-accomplished-lawyer-wife-of-republican-vice-presidential-nominee-jd-vance-741251">Who is Usha Vance, Republican VP nominee JD Vance's wife</a><br />
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He missed, grazing Trump in the ear. On Monday (Jul&nbsp;15), two days after the shooting, Trump was officially nominated as the Republican candidate for the US presidential election on November 5.<br />
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Trump Shot NEW Video: A chilling video has emerged, purportedly showing the shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks crawling on a rooftop and taking aim at Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, as people shout "man on roof" in a bid to warn law enforcement just 86 seconds ahead of the failed assassination bid on Saturday (Jul 13).

Trump Shot NEW Video: A chilling video has emerged, purportedly showing the shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks crawling on a rooftop and taking aim at Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, as people shout "man on roof" in a bid to warn law enforcement just 86 seconds ahead of the failed assassination bid on Saturday (Jul 13). According to reports, the warning was given by rally attendees in Pennsylvania before Crooks fired some eight-nine rounds at Trump, grazing his ear, and making the former US president fall down. What is in the Trump Shot NEW Video? The nearly one-minute-long video shared on social media shows a group of people walking on the grass and capturing someone on the rooftop on a mobile phone camera. "Yeah someone's on top of the roof. Look," says a man in the video. "There he is, right there, right there. You see him?" Also read: JD Vance, Trump's VP pick, once called him 'Hitler of America', 'idiot' "He's lying down. You see him?" asks the man. And a woman responds, "Yeah, he's lying down." Another man joins the group, asking, "What's happening?" "Yeah look, there he is," says a male voice. The camera then zooms in, purportedly revealing Crooks crawling and taking position. At least one police officer can be seen in the video, standing just in front of the building on top of which Crooks was lying down. "Officer... on the left," says a male voice, as Trump's ongoing campaign speech could be heard in the background. "Up here, He's on the roof, right here, man on the roof...you guys," shouts one woman. Also read: Trump shooting: Crooks target-practiced, bought ladder, had IED in car More people gather, and as the mobile phone camera zooms in, one can clearly see a man lying on top of the roof, crawling and apparently taking aim. Watch the full video of Trump shooting below: Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of content posted on social media 🚨Wild video shows the shooter crawling into position while folks point him out to law enforcement at Trump rally. pic.twitter.com/pYRvkSWZSb — Moshe Schwartz (@YWNReporter) July 15, 2024 × Some in the crowd told reporters later that they had tried to alert police. The video now appears to validate that. According to a video analysis by the Washington Post, Crooks fired two minutes and two seconds after the starting point of the newly emerged video. Also read: Who is Usha Vance, Republican VP nominee JD Vance's wife He missed, grazing Trump in the ear. On Monday (Jul 15), two days after the shooting, Trump was officially nominated as the Republican candidate for the US presidential election on November 5. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump shooting SHOCKING VIDEO: People warned cops about Thomas Crooks on roof - 'There he is, you see him?'

<p>Two days after an assassination attempt, former President Donald Trump, with a bandage on his ear, arrived at the Republican National Convention alongside his running mate, Ohio Senator JD Vance on Monday (Jul&nbsp;15).</p>

<p>The former president was greeted by the crowd in Milwaukee with chants of “Fight,” a reference to Trump’s words after the assassination attempt.</p>

<p>With a white bandage on his ear, the former US president waved at the supporters and received a standing ovation from the cheering crowd, two days after the botched attack at a Pennsylvania rally.</p>

<p>Trump&nbsp;made no remarks to the convention, which erupted in loud applause and chants of "USA! USA!"</p>

<p>Instead, he stood alongside his newly announced running mate, Senator JD&nbsp;Vance.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rooftop-where-gunman-shot-at-trump-identified-as-potential-vulnerability-in-days-before-his-rally-report-741177" target="_blank">Rooftop from which gunman shot at Trump was identified as 'potential vulnerability' days before rally: Report</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Given Saturday's horrific events, "he has proven to be one tough S.O.B.," Sean O'Brien, president of the major International Brotherhood of Teamsters union, told the convention.</p>

<p>Notably, Donald Trump has officially been named the Republican presidential nominee after securing enough delegate votes at the Republican National Convention, following an attempted assassination at a rally in Pennsylvania.</p>

<p>The votes from RNC delegates in Milwaukee confirmed Trump's nomination on Monday afternoon.</p>

<h2><strong>Vice presidential candidate</strong></h2>

<p>Donald Trump&nbsp;officially named Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate in the US presidential election at the start of the party's national convention in Milwaukee.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-assassination-attempt-attacker-was-reportedly-rejected-by-school-rifle-team-741182" target="_blank">Trump assassination attempt: Attacker was reportedly rejected by school rifle team</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Vance was named Trump's running mate hours after the former president secured a major legal victory when a federal judge dismissed one of Trump's criminal prosecutions. Vance was a one-time harsh critic, but later became one of Trump's most loyal supporters in Congress.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Biden's take on&nbsp;Vance as Trump's running mate</strong></h2>

<p>On Trump’s pick of JD Vance as his running mate, US President Joe Biden described the Republican politician as “a clone of Trump”.</p>

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Two days after an assassination attempt, former President Donald Trump, with a bandage on his ear, arrived at the Republican National Convention alongside his running mate, Ohio Senator JD Vance on Monday (Jul 15).

Two days after an assassination attempt, former President Donald Trump, with a bandage on his ear, arrived at the Republican National Convention alongside his running mate, Ohio Senator JD Vance on Monday (Jul 15). The former president was greeted by the crowd in Milwaukee with chants of “Fight,” a reference to Trump’s words after the assassination attempt. With a white bandage on his ear, the former US president waved at the supporters and received a standing ovation from the cheering crowd, two days after the botched attack at a Pennsylvania rally. Trump made no remarks to the convention, which erupted in loud applause and chants of "USA! USA!" Instead, he stood alongside his newly announced running mate, Senator JD Vance. Also read: Rooftop from which gunman shot at Trump was identified as 'potential vulnerability' days before rally: Report Given Saturday's horrific events, "he has proven to be one tough S.O.B.," Sean O'Brien, president of the major International Brotherhood of Teamsters union, told the convention. Notably, Donald Trump has officially been named the Republican presidential nominee after securing enough delegate votes at the Republican National Convention, following an attempted assassination at a rally in Pennsylvania. The votes from RNC delegates in Milwaukee confirmed Trump's nomination on Monday afternoon. Vice presidential candidate Donald Trump officially named Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate in the US presidential election at the start of the party's national convention in Milwaukee. Also read: Trump assassination attempt: Attacker was reportedly rejected by school rifle team Vance was named Trump's running mate hours after the former president secured a major legal victory when a federal judge dismissed one of Trump's criminal prosecutions. Vance was a one-time harsh critic, but later became one of Trump's most loyal supporters in Congress. Biden's take on Vance as Trump's running mate On Trump’s pick of JD Vance as his running mate, US President Joe Biden described the Republican politician as “a clone of Trump”. × (With inputs from agencies)

Trump makes first public appearance since assassination attempt

<p>There is no place for political violence in the United States, President Joe Biden said in remarks on Sunday (July 14) after his election rival Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt.</p>

<p>"Mr Trump is a former president. Every resource is being provided for his security. All security measures will be provided for Republican National Convention that will start tomorrow. We must unite as one nation," Biden said.</p>

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<p>"We must unite as one nation to demonstrate who we are," Biden said in televised remarks from the White House, adding that he had a "short but good" conversation with Trump in the wake of the Saturday shooting.</p>

<p>"We don't yet have any information about the&nbsp;motive&nbsp;of the shooter. We know who he is. I urge everyone, please don't make assumptions about his motives or his affiliations," Biden said, adding he would address the nation from the White House later in the day.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Donald Trump rally shooting: Trump escapes assassin's bullet, galvanises supporters &amp; allies</strong></p>

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<p>Biden, 81, was speaking from the Roosevelt Room of the White House, a day after he gave a brief statement near his beach retreat in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.</p>

<p>Earlier on Sunday (July 14), Donald Trump called for Americans to unite in his first comment after surviving an assassination attempt.</p>

<p>The 78-year-old former president was hit in the ear at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, while the shooter and a bystander were killed and two spectators critically injured in the worst act of US political violence in decades.</p>

<p>The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, also had explosives in his car.</p>

<p>"In this moment, it is more important than ever that we stand United," Trump said in a statement on his Truth Social network, adding that Americans should not allow "Evil to win."</p>

<p>The Republican added that it was "God alone who prevented the unthinkable from happening" and that he would "FEAR NOT."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump's wife Melania said the gunman was a "monster," who had attempted to silence her husband's "laughter, ingenuity, love of music, and inspiration."</p>

<p>Donald Trump later said he will travel on Sunday (July 15) to Milwaukee for Republican convention.&nbsp;</p>


There is no place for political violence in the United States, President Joe Biden said in remarks on Sunday (July 14) after his election rival Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt.

There is no place for political violence in the United States, President Joe Biden said in remarks on Sunday (July 14) after his election rival Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt. "Mr Trump is a former president. Every resource is being provided for his security. All security measures will be provided for Republican National Convention that will start tomorrow. We must unite as one nation," Biden said. Also read | How Trump assassination attempt has turbocharged his presidential re-run "We must unite as one nation to demonstrate who we are," Biden said in televised remarks from the White House, adding that he had a "short but good" conversation with Trump in the wake of the Saturday shooting. "We don't yet have any information about the motive of the shooter. We know who he is. I urge everyone, please don't make assumptions about his motives or his affiliations," Biden said, adding he would address the nation from the White House later in the day. Also watch | Donald Trump rally shooting: Trump escapes assassin's bullet, galvanises supporters & allies × Biden, 81, was speaking from the Roosevelt Room of the White House, a day after he gave a brief statement near his beach retreat in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Earlier on Sunday (July 14), Donald Trump called for Americans to unite in his first comment after surviving an assassination attempt. The 78-year-old former president was hit in the ear at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, while the shooter and a bystander were killed and two spectators critically injured in the worst act of US political violence in decades. The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, also had explosives in his car. "In this moment, it is more important than ever that we stand United," Trump said in a statement on his Truth Social network, adding that Americans should not allow "Evil to win." The Republican added that it was "God alone who prevented the unthinkable from happening" and that he would "FEAR NOT." Trump's wife Melania said the gunman was a "monster," who had attempted to silence her husband's "laughter, ingenuity, love of music, and inspiration." Donald Trump later said he will travel on Sunday (July 15) to Milwaukee for Republican convention.

Biden denounces political violence, calls for unity after Trump assassination attempt

<p>The 20-year-old man who attempted to assassinate former United States president Donald Trump purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before carrying out the attack, American media reported on Monday (July 15).&nbsp;Trump did not sustain any severe wounds but suffered an injury on his right ear.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Pakistan, the&nbsp;Bannu cantonment in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, over 330 km east of Islamabad, came under heavy attack early Monday.&nbsp;The attack was reportedly led by several suicide bombers.</p>

<p>In other news from around the world, the Pakistan government&nbsp;would ban Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the political party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan.</p>

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<p>Twenty-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, the man who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump during the weekend, purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before carrying out the shooting, American media reported on Monday (July 15).</p>

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<p>The Bannu military cantonment in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, over 330 km east of Islamabad, came under heavy attack early on Monday (July 15). The attack was reportedly led by several suicide bombers and consequent gunbattle with the security forces.</p>

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<p>Pakistan's Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting&nbsp;Attaullah Tarar said on Monday (July 15) that the government would ban Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the political party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan.</p>

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The 20-year-old man who attempted to assassinate former United States president Donald Trump purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before carrying out the attack, American media reported on Monday (July 15).

The 20-year-old man who attempted to assassinate former United States president Donald Trump purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before carrying out the attack, American media reported on Monday (July 15). Trump did not sustain any severe wounds but suffered an injury on his right ear. In Pakistan, the Bannu cantonment in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, over 330 km east of Islamabad, came under heavy attack early Monday. The attack was reportedly led by several suicide bombers. In other news from around the world, the Pakistan government would ban Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the political party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan. Click on the headlines to read more: Trump assassination attempt: Shooter purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before attacking ex-US prez Twenty-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, the man who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump during the weekend, purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before carrying out the shooting, American media reported on Monday (July 15). Several killed after Taliban-linked suicide bombers storm Pakistani cantonment The Bannu military cantonment in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, over 330 km east of Islamabad, came under heavy attack early on Monday (July 15). The attack was reportedly led by several suicide bombers and consequent gunbattle with the security forces. Pakistan govt to ban PTI, initiate treason proceedings against former PM Imran Khan Pakistan's Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said on Monday (July 15) that the government would ban Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the political party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan. Man charged with murder after he dumped suitcases with human remains on Bristol bridge in UK A 34-year-old man who was arrested for dumping two suitcases full of human remains at the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol, United Kingdom (UK), was on Monday (July 15) charged with two counts of murder. Tamil actor-politician Thalapathy Vijay to hold rallies similar to Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra: Reports Tamil actor-turned politician 'Thalapathy' Vijay is planning to organise a rally similar to Indian Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra (Unite India rally) that had helped the latter's fortunes in the general elections this summer. New York City food delivery workers face job losses despite wage increases According to a report issued by city officials, thousands of food delivery workers have lost their employment even though the cost of having a meal delivered has skyrocketed. However, the increase in the minimum wage in New York City has increased income for those workers who have managed to stay in their jobs. Only eight people have applied under CAA prior to 1971: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on July 15 that eight people applied under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in Assam before 1971, and only two of them appeared for the interview. Germany: Bremen bans ‘silent fox’ hand gesture in classrooms over far-right symbolism controversy Due to the hand sign's stark resemblance to a far-right Turkish gesture, a city in northern Germany has become the first to completely ban its use in classrooms. The gesture is "in danger of being mistaken" for the same but indistinguishable "wolf salute" used by right-wing extremists, according to Bremen officials. Not astrology, but this was the reason why Akshay Kumar changed his name from Rajiv Bhatia There are endless theories when it comes to why Akshay Kumar changed his name. Some people say that the Bollywood superstar changed his name from Rajiv Bhatia after a priest suggested the actor do so. Argentina vs Columbia, Copa America Final 2024: WATCH | Players come to blows in extra time The Copa America Final 2024 between Argentina and Columbia was not without a fight as players from both sides nearly came to blows in the extra time on Sunday (Jul 14).

Top 10 world news: Trump shooter bought 50 ammunition rounds; Pak Army base attacked, and more

<p>Donald Trump's shooting incident marks a pivotal moment in the history of the United States. It is the first major shooting incident on a key political figure since 1981.</p>

<p>Financial markets reacted swiftly, with the dollar strengthening and shift in US treasury yields. Bitcoin price surged to $60,000 as pro-market sentiment favours Trump's re-election following the attack. Analysts expect the reactions to amplify in coming days as uncertainty looms over the election rematch scheduled for November 5th. Meanwhile, Both gold and oil prices suffered losses following the attack.</p>

<p>According to recent polls, the attempted assassination has sparked market optimism for Trump. This mirrors historical trends seen after similar incidents involving political figures. Major industry leaders like Elon Musk and Bill Ackman have publicly endorsed Trump in the aftermath. Stock markets are also expected to surge amid growing investor confidence.</p>

<p>Economic issues such as immigration and fiscal policy continue to remain at the forefront of US voter concerns. However, Trump's perceived strength on economic matters, including extended tax cuts and potentially looser regulatory frameworks, ticks the scale in his favour.</p>


Donald Trump's shooting incident marks a pivotal moment in the history of the United States. It is the first major shooting incident on a key political figure since 1981.

Donald Trump's shooting incident marks a pivotal moment in the history of the United States. It is the first major shooting incident on a key political figure since 1981. Financial markets reacted swiftly, with the dollar strengthening and shift in US treasury yields. Bitcoin price surged to $60,000 as pro-market sentiment favours Trump's re-election following the attack. Analysts expect the reactions to amplify in coming days as uncertainty looms over the election rematch scheduled for November 5th. Meanwhile, Both gold and oil prices suffered losses following the attack. According to recent polls, the attempted assassination has sparked market optimism for Trump. This mirrors historical trends seen after similar incidents involving political figures. Major industry leaders like Elon Musk and Bill Ackman have publicly endorsed Trump in the aftermath. Stock markets are also expected to surge amid growing investor confidence. Economic issues such as immigration and fiscal policy continue to remain at the forefront of US voter concerns. However, Trump's perceived strength on economic matters, including extended tax cuts and potentially looser regulatory frameworks, ticks the scale in his favour.

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<p>Twenty-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, the man who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump during the weekend, purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before carrying out the shooting, American media reported on Monday (July 15).</p>

<p>Speaking to CNN, a senior&nbsp;law enforcement official said that Crooks purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before aiming at Trump during his election campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump did not sustain any severe wounds but suffered an injury on his right ear. Crooks was shot dead by Secret Service agents.</p>

<h2><strong>FBI raids gunman's house</strong></h2>

<p>On Monday, two agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)&nbsp;were seen entering Crooks' house. The&nbsp;FBI has taken the lead in an investigation of the assassination attempt on Trump.</p>

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<p>President Joe Biden ordered an independent review of how the gunman, who was shot dead by agents moments after opening fire, could have come so close to killing or severely wounding&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;despite the heavy security provided by the Secret Service.</p>

<p>The motive of the 20-year-old suspect remained a mystery two days after the attack with the suspect having been shot dead and the FBI unable to identify an ideology or motive that may have driven him to attack the former president.</p>

<h2><strong>No history of mental health issues</strong></h2>

<p>A day before raiding Crooks' house, the FBI said that&nbsp;his social media profile contained no threatening language, nor had they found any history of mental health issues, the news agency Reuters reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Trump survives in 'dramatic fashion':&nbsp;Approval ratings surged nearly 70% after shooting</strong></p>

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<p>Crooks stands out among other recent, high-profile shooters who opened fire at schools, churches, malls, and parades because he came within inches of killing a US&nbsp;presidential candidate, something that has not occurred in decades.&nbsp;</p>

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Twenty-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, the man who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump during the weekend, purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before carrying out the shooting, American media reported on Monday (July 15).

Twenty-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, the man who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump during the weekend, purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before carrying out the shooting, American media reported on Monday (July 15). Speaking to CNN, a senior law enforcement official said that Crooks purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before aiming at Trump during his election campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump did not sustain any severe wounds but suffered an injury on his right ear. Crooks was shot dead by Secret Service agents. FBI raids gunman's house On Monday, two agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) were seen entering Crooks' house. The FBI has taken the lead in an investigation of the assassination attempt on Trump. Also read | I could see blood on his face, says photographer who captured the assassination attempt on Trump President Joe Biden ordered an independent review of how the gunman, who was shot dead by agents moments after opening fire, could have come so close to killing or severely wounding Trump despite the heavy security provided by the Secret Service. The motive of the 20-year-old suspect remained a mystery two days after the attack with the suspect having been shot dead and the FBI unable to identify an ideology or motive that may have driven him to attack the former president. No history of mental health issues A day before raiding Crooks' house, the FBI said that his social media profile contained no threatening language, nor had they found any history of mental health issues, the news agency Reuters reported. Also watch | Trump survives in 'dramatic fashion': Approval ratings surged nearly 70% after shooting × Crooks stands out among other recent, high-profile shooters who opened fire at schools, churches, malls, and parades because he came within inches of killing a US presidential candidate, something that has not occurred in decades. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump assassination attempt: Shooter purchased 50 rounds of ammunition before attacking ex-US prez

<p>Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old suspect in the attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally, had briefly appeared in a 2022 advertisement for BlackRock Inc., the company said on Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>BlackRock said that it had removed from circulation the ad, which features scenes filmed in the classroom of an economics teacher at Bethel Park High School.</p>

<p>Crooks was a senior at the school in 2022 and appeared onscreen twice during the 30-second spot. He is seen sitting at a classroom desk, wearing a dark-colored hooded sweatshirt, and does not speak.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Crooks, who was killed by Secret Service agents after firing multiple shots at Trump, appeared as an unpaid background student in an ad filmed at Bethel Park High School, where he graduated in 2022. BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, revealed this connection in an emailed statement to Reuters.</p>

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<p>"In 2022, we ran an ad featuring a teacher from Bethel Park High School, in which several unpaid students briefly appeared in the background, including Thomas Matthew Crooks," the statement said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The company added that all video footage will be made available to the appropriate authorities and that the video has been removed from circulation.</p>

<p>The assassination attempt at the rally, where Trump was addressing his supporters, resulted in the death of one attendee and critical injuries to two others. BlackRock condemned the attack, describing it as "abhorrent" and expressed relief that Trump wasn't seriously injured.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"The assassination attempt on former President Trump is abhorrent. We’re thankful that former President Trump wasn’t seriously injured, and thinking about all the innocent bystanders and victims of this awful act, especially the person who was killed," the company said.</p>

<p>Crooks, armed with an AR-style rifle, had moved across rooftops to find a vantage point to target Trump. Witnesses Ben Macer and Ryan Knight described seeing the shooter before he was killed by the Secret Service.</p>

<p>BlackRock also announced it will release its second-quarter results on Monday. The company has previously faced scrutiny for its investments in gunmakers through some of its index funds. This revelation adds a new dimension to the investigation, highlighting unexpected connections in the aftermath of the tragic event.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old suspect in the attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally, had briefly appeared in a 2022 advertisement for BlackRock Inc.

Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old suspect in the attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally, had briefly appeared in a 2022 advertisement for BlackRock Inc., the company said on Sunday. BlackRock said that it had removed from circulation the ad, which features scenes filmed in the classroom of an economics teacher at Bethel Park High School. Crooks was a senior at the school in 2022 and appeared onscreen twice during the 30-second spot. He is seen sitting at a classroom desk, wearing a dark-colored hooded sweatshirt, and does not speak. Crooks, who was killed by Secret Service agents after firing multiple shots at Trump, appeared as an unpaid background student in an ad filmed at Bethel Park High School, where he graduated in 2022. BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, revealed this connection in an emailed statement to Reuters. × "In 2022, we ran an ad featuring a teacher from Bethel Park High School, in which several unpaid students briefly appeared in the background, including Thomas Matthew Crooks," the statement said. The company added that all video footage will be made available to the appropriate authorities and that the video has been removed from circulation. The assassination attempt at the rally, where Trump was addressing his supporters, resulted in the death of one attendee and critical injuries to two others. BlackRock condemned the attack, describing it as "abhorrent" and expressed relief that Trump wasn't seriously injured. Also read: New York City food delivery workers face job losses despite wage increases "The assassination attempt on former President Trump is abhorrent. We’re thankful that former President Trump wasn’t seriously injured, and thinking about all the innocent bystanders and victims of this awful act, especially the person who was killed," the company said. Crooks, armed with an AR-style rifle, had moved across rooftops to find a vantage point to target Trump. Witnesses Ben Macer and Ryan Knight described seeing the shooter before he was killed by the Secret Service. BlackRock also announced it will release its second-quarter results on Monday. The company has previously faced scrutiny for its investments in gunmakers through some of its index funds. This revelation adds a new dimension to the investigation, highlighting unexpected connections in the aftermath of the tragic event. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump assassination bid: Shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks featured in BlackRock commercial

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<p>Former United States (US) president and current Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt on Saturday (July 13) during his campaign rally in&nbsp;Butler, Pennsylvania. The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks was shot dead by Secret Service agents. Trump was not severely wounded but suffered an injury on his right ear.</p>

<p>Doug Mills, a photographer from the New York Times (NYT), captured the moment the bullet hit Trump's ear. Mills was present at the Butler rally as part&nbsp;of a small pool of photographers taking pictures in a buffer area near the stage.</p>

<p>"I could see blood on his face. I kept taking pictures," Mills told the NYT.</p>

<h2><strong>'I knew something was wrong'</strong></h2>

<p>The pictures that Mills clicked included one that a former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agent said showed the path of a bullet flying past Trump's head. Mills told the publication he knew something was wrong when he saw Trump drop behind the podium.</p>

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<p>"I’m not around guns a lot, so I don’t know what they sound like. It sounded more to me like a motorcycle backfiring or a piece of farm equipment," Mills said.</p>

<p>"When I heard the noise, I didn’t immediately think somebody was shooting. When he went down and I saw the agents rushing the stage, I thought, Oh my God, he’s been shot," he added.</p>

<p>Mills further said that there was a moment when people were diving on the ground and a Trump staff member told him, "Doug, get down!”</p>

<p>"I thought, Oh my God, I could be shot. But I don’t know why, I just kept doing my job, trying to report a little history," he added.</p>

<p>The photographer also said that after Trump was rescued and taken away from the location, members of the Secret Service and law enforcement said, “Hey, all of you guys who are in the buffer have got to get out of here. You’re walking through a crime scene now.”</p>

<h2><strong>Suspect came within inches of killing Trump</strong></h2>

<p>What is unique about Crooks,&nbsp;when compared to other recent shooters in the US&nbsp;who opened fire at schools, churches, malls, and parades,&nbsp;is that he came within inches of killing a presidential candidate.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Divine intervention helped me survive, says Donald Trump</strong></p>

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<p>Crooks slipped onto a rooftop location 150 yards (140 metres) from the stage where&nbsp;Trump&nbsp; was speaking in Butler.&nbsp;He then began firing an AR-15-style semiautomatic rifle, purchased by his father, officials told the news agency Reuters.</p>

<p>The gunfire killed a 50-year-old man, critically wounded two other spectators, and struck&nbsp;Trump's ear.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former United States (US) president and current Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt on Saturday (July 13) during his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

Former United States (US) president and current Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt on Saturday (July 13) during his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks was shot dead by Secret Service agents. Trump was not severely wounded but suffered an injury on his right ear. Doug Mills, a photographer from the New York Times (NYT), captured the moment the bullet hit Trump's ear. Mills was present at the Butler rally as part of a small pool of photographers taking pictures in a buffer area near the stage. "I could see blood on his face. I kept taking pictures," Mills told the NYT. 'I knew something was wrong' The pictures that Mills clicked included one that a former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agent said showed the path of a bullet flying past Trump's head. Mills told the publication he knew something was wrong when he saw Trump drop behind the podium. Also read | 'A lot different': Donald Trump rewrites his RNC speech after assassination attempt "I’m not around guns a lot, so I don’t know what they sound like. It sounded more to me like a motorcycle backfiring or a piece of farm equipment," Mills said. "When I heard the noise, I didn’t immediately think somebody was shooting. When he went down and I saw the agents rushing the stage, I thought, Oh my God, he’s been shot," he added. Mills further said that there was a moment when people were diving on the ground and a Trump staff member told him, "Doug, get down!” "I thought, Oh my God, I could be shot. But I don’t know why, I just kept doing my job, trying to report a little history," he added. The photographer also said that after Trump was rescued and taken away from the location, members of the Secret Service and law enforcement said, “Hey, all of you guys who are in the buffer have got to get out of here. You’re walking through a crime scene now.” Suspect came within inches of killing Trump What is unique about Crooks, when compared to other recent shooters in the US who opened fire at schools, churches, malls, and parades, is that he came within inches of killing a presidential candidate. Also watch | Divine intervention helped me survive, says Donald Trump × Crooks slipped onto a rooftop location 150 yards (140 metres) from the stage where Trump was speaking in Butler. He then began firing an AR-15-style semiautomatic rifle, purchased by his father, officials told the news agency Reuters. The gunfire killed a 50-year-old man, critically wounded two other spectators, and struck Trump's ear. (With inputs from agencies)

I could see blood on his face, says photographer who captured the assassination attempt on Trump

<p>It was all too chaotic at the Pennsylvania rally as an assassination attempt was made on former US President Trump when he was hit in the ear by a bullet while speaking to the attendees. He was speaking at a rally in Butler when the&nbsp;shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, shot at Trump, who was lucky to have survived. The man was taken down by the FBI.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump luckily moved his head while speaking to the attendees and the bullet just grazed his right ear, injuring him lightly. Pictures of his bloody ear became a symbol of his resistance as people took to social media to rally behind him and call out the assassination attempt.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Stars call out assassination attempt on Donald Trump</strong></h2>

<p>Among the first stars to condemn this act, singer Kid Rock, who has established himself as a vocal figure for the far-right movement, posted a video to Instagram wearing a “White Boy of the Year” baseball cap. He said, &nbsp;“You f*** with Trump, you f*** with me.”</p>

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<p>50 Cent posted a photo on X. He posted a photo of his studio album, “Get Rich or Die Tryin,” with Trump’s head edited onto the rapper’s body. He wrote, “Trump gets shot and now I’m trending [shoulder shrug emoji].”</p>

<p>In an earlier post by the rapper that has since been deleted, 50 Cent posted a photo showing the moment Trump raised his fist in the air moments after he was shot at and wrote, “I know the vibes…we are all in trouble now!”</p>

<p>The song lyrics include, “Many men wish death upon me. Blood in my eye.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Country singer Scotty McCreery also posted for Trump and said that he was praying for his family while singer Dave Matthews reacted on stage at a show in Virginia. He said, “That’s no way to behave. My condolences to the family of the people who were hurt, but good grief man, that’s no way to run a democracy, that’s no way to be part of a democracy.”</p>

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<p>John Rich posted a photo of Donald Trump and wrote, “They couldn’t beat him in a fair contest, so they tried to kill him. BUT THEY MISSED.”</p>

<p>Rapper Soulja Boy reposted a video of the shooting and wrote, “Ain’t no way they just shot at Trump.”</p>


It was all too chaotic at the Pennsylvania rally as an assassination attempt was made on former US President Trump when he was hit in the ear by a bullet while speaking to the attendees.

It was all too chaotic at the Pennsylvania rally as an assassination attempt was made on former US President Trump when he was hit in the ear by a bullet while speaking to the attendees. He was speaking at a rally in Butler when the shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, shot at Trump, who was lucky to have survived. The man was taken down by the FBI. Trump luckily moved his head while speaking to the attendees and the bullet just grazed his right ear, injuring him lightly. Pictures of his bloody ear became a symbol of his resistance as people took to social media to rally behind him and call out the assassination attempt. Also read: Donald Trump credits 'border patrol chart' for saving his life from assassination attempt Stars call out assassination attempt on Donald Trump Among the first stars to condemn this act, singer Kid Rock, who has established himself as a vocal figure for the far-right movement, posted a video to Instagram wearing a “White Boy of the Year” baseball cap. He said, “You f*** with Trump, you f*** with me.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kid Rock (@kidrock) × 50 Cent posted a photo on X. He posted a photo of his studio album, “Get Rich or Die Tryin,” with Trump’s head edited onto the rapper’s body. He wrote, “Trump gets shot and now I’m trending [shoulder shrug emoji].” In an earlier post by the rapper that has since been deleted, 50 Cent posted a photo showing the moment Trump raised his fist in the air moments after he was shot at and wrote, “I know the vibes…we are all in trouble now!” The song lyrics include, “Many men wish death upon me. Blood in my eye.” Country singer Scotty McCreery also posted for Trump and said that he was praying for his family while singer Dave Matthews reacted on stage at a show in Virginia. He said, “That’s no way to behave. My condolences to the family of the people who were hurt, but good grief man, that’s no way to run a democracy, that’s no way to be part of a democracy.” On stage in Bristow VA Dave Matthews reacts to the horrible event at the Trump rally today. pic.twitter.com/hZ5vY96zAH — Brian Walsh (@brianjameswalsh) July 14, 2024 × John Rich posted a photo of Donald Trump and wrote, “They couldn’t beat him in a fair contest, so they tried to kill him. BUT THEY MISSED.” Rapper Soulja Boy reposted a video of the shooting and wrote, “Ain’t no way they just shot at Trump.”

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<p><strong>Trump shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks:&nbsp;</strong>While it has not been fully established that Thomas Matthew Crooks, the shooter who targeted Donald Trump on Saturday (Jul&nbsp;13), was a member of Antifa, the group has come under sharp focus after the failed assassination attempt on the Republican presumptive nominee for US presidential race.</p>

<p>Here is what you should know about Antifa:</p>

<h2><strong>What is Antifa?</strong></h2>

<p>Antifa stands for anti-Fascist Action. It is largely an all-American organisation at present, but its origins can be traced to similar resistance movements against Fascist and Nazi ideology in Europe during World War 2. Fascism grew from the ideas of leaders like Benito Mussolini of Italy and Adolf Hitler of Nazi Germany in the 20th century.</p>

<p>More than a cohesive group, Antifa is a loose coalition of affiliate chapters in the US and a few&nbsp;across the world. Its aim is to resist the spread of Fascist ideology, mainly in the Western world. Often, its methodologies are anarchist, and its ideas are characterised as far-left. Antifa membership ranges from socialists and communists to extreme leftists,&nbsp;anti-state and anti-capitalism activists.&nbsp;In some cases, they are known to resort to violence to make their messages heard.</p>

<p>The word Antifa itself originated from the German short form for 'antifaschistisch', meaning anti-fascist. That comes from Antifaschistische Aktion, an organisation active in the 1932–1933 period as resistance to Fascism and Hitler's Nazi&nbsp;regime. The German group inspired several other movements over the years, which died down before their 21st-century revival. The German group itself was inspired by the Italian 'anti-Fascisti' or anti-fascist groups.</p>

<p>The Antifa movement in America came into the public glare since 2016 when Trump was elected the US president.</p>

<h2>What is the modus operandi of Antifa?</h2>

<p>Antifa group members are in fact far less in number than the media coverage they get. Most of them join larger protests, but stand out as they are identifiable by their generally black outfits, masks and rider helmets. During his presidency, Trump and many right-wing leaders called all anti-racist, anti-right protesters 'Antifa', mainly with the aim of making them look bigger than they really were so that they could be pointed out as a threat to society and the American way of life.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Antifa members organise their protests mainly via online chatgroups and social media.</p>

<p>Antifa protests range from non-violent resistance to outright fisticuffs. Since 2017, they have engaged in throwing Molotov cocktails at law enforcement, and the destruction of property.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/trump-assassination-attempt-it-didnt-kill-him-but-will-it-make-him-stronger-740696"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Trump assassination attempt: It didn't kill him, but will it make him stronger?</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>How did Antifa become popular in America?</strong></h2>

<p>Antifa became part of American consciousness and public discourse after they took part in several high-profile protests during Trump's presidency from 2016 to 2020. These include marches organised in the aftermath of George Floyd's death in 2020. Floyd was a Black man who died after being tackled by Minneapolis cops while apparently resisting arrest. His last words, "I can't breathe," became the rallying cry for Black Lives Matter protests, which were joined by Antifa and several anti-racist, anti-white pride, and anti-supremacist groups.</p>

<p>In a way, Antifa is the antithesis of the rise of right-wing, racist, neo-Fascist, neo-Nazi and white supremacist groups like Proud Boys, Oathkeepers and Boogaloo Bois.<br />
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Left-wingers who could not express their views within the two-party system of America, which consists of Democrats and Republicans, often lean on groups such as Antifa. Such groups&nbsp;become the gathering point for those who feel that mainstream politicians and media are not focusing enough on issues like white supremacy, crony capitalism and racism.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/witnesses-warned-trumps-security-about-shooter-minutes-before-shots-were-fired-reports-740874"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Witnesses warned Trump's security about shooter minutes before shots were fired: Reports</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Trump wanted to ban Antifa</strong></h2>

<p>During his presidency, Trump often threatened to ban Antifa, as it took part in violent protests against right-wing ideas represented by him. In several places, particularly in Charlottesville, Virginia in 2017, Antifa organised counter-protests against right-wing and extreme-right organisations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Charlottesville was the site of the so-called Unite the Right rally organised by&nbsp;various groups like white supremacists, so-called alt-right, extreme nationalists, neo-fascists and neo-Nazis.</p>

<p>Their 'torch march'&nbsp; was confronted by left-wing and anarchist counter-protesters including Antifa. At the time, Trump had put the blame on some 'very violent people' on both sides and tried to bring in equivalence between the two.</p>

<p>On several occasions, he expressed the intention to classify Antifa as a 'domestic terrorist organisation' but didn't find much support from the legal establishment during his first presidency. There are no legal provisions to designate an organisation as a domestic terrorist in the US, part of the reason being its constitutionally guaranteed right to free speech.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-suspected-trump-rally-shooter-was-a-quiet-lonely-bullied-child-in-school-reports-740885"><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US: Suspected Trump rally shooter was a 'quiet', 'lonely' &amp; 'bullied' child in school: Reports</strong></a></p>

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<h2><strong>Was Trump assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks an Antifa member?</strong></h2>

<p>Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old failed assassin who was shot dead after pumping bullets from a rooftop that injured Trump in the ear, was initially reported to have been part of Antifa. Social media chatter put him as part of&nbsp; Antifa protests or clashes with counter-protesters in Minneapolis Black Lives Matter marches in 2021, Portland unrest in 2022, and Seattle protests in 2023. He was also reportedly a part of Antifa protests in New York and Los Angeles either as an organiser or participant.</p>

<p>But none of these links are fully established.&nbsp;</p>


Trump shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks: While it has not been fully established that Thomas Matthew Crooks, the shooter who targeted Donald Trump on Saturday (Jul 13), was a member of Antifa, the group has come under sharp focus after the failed assassination attempt on the Republican presumptive nominee for US presidential race.

Trump shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks: While it has not been fully established that Thomas Matthew Crooks, the shooter who targeted Donald Trump on Saturday (Jul 13), was a member of Antifa, the group has come under sharp focus after the failed assassination attempt on the Republican presumptive nominee for US presidential race. Here is what you should know about Antifa: What is Antifa? Antifa stands for anti-Fascist Action. It is largely an all-American organisation at present, but its origins can be traced to similar resistance movements against Fascist and Nazi ideology in Europe during World War 2. Fascism grew from the ideas of leaders like Benito Mussolini of Italy and Adolf Hitler of Nazi Germany in the 20th century. More than a cohesive group, Antifa is a loose coalition of affiliate chapters in the US and a few across the world. Its aim is to resist the spread of Fascist ideology, mainly in the Western world. Often, its methodologies are anarchist, and its ideas are characterised as far-left. Antifa membership ranges from socialists and communists to extreme leftists, anti-state and anti-capitalism activists. In some cases, they are known to resort to violence to make their messages heard. The word Antifa itself originated from the German short form for 'antifaschistisch', meaning anti-fascist. That comes from Antifaschistische Aktion, an organisation active in the 1932–1933 period as resistance to Fascism and Hitler's Nazi regime. The German group inspired several other movements over the years, which died down before their 21st-century revival. The German group itself was inspired by the Italian 'anti-Fascisti' or anti-fascist groups. The Antifa movement in America came into the public glare since 2016 when Trump was elected the US president. What is the modus operandi of Antifa? Antifa group members are in fact far less in number than the media coverage they get. Most of them join larger protests, but stand out as they are identifiable by their generally black outfits, masks and rider helmets. During his presidency, Trump and many right-wing leaders called all anti-racist, anti-right protesters 'Antifa', mainly with the aim of making them look bigger than they really were so that they could be pointed out as a threat to society and the American way of life. Antifa members organise their protests mainly via online chatgroups and social media. Antifa protests range from non-violent resistance to outright fisticuffs. Since 2017, they have engaged in throwing Molotov cocktails at law enforcement, and the destruction of property. Also read | Trump assassination attempt: It didn't kill him, but will it make him stronger? How did Antifa become popular in America? Antifa became part of American consciousness and public discourse after they took part in several high-profile protests during Trump's presidency from 2016 to 2020. These include marches organised in the aftermath of George Floyd's death in 2020. Floyd was a Black man who died after being tackled by Minneapolis cops while apparently resisting arrest. His last words, "I can't breathe," became the rallying cry for Black Lives Matter protests, which were joined by Antifa and several anti-racist, anti-white pride, and anti-supremacist groups. In a way, Antifa is the antithesis of the rise of right-wing, racist, neo-Fascist, neo-Nazi and white supremacist groups like Proud Boys, Oathkeepers and Boogaloo Bois. Left-wingers who could not express their views within the two-party system of America, which consists of Democrats and Republicans, often lean on groups such as Antifa. Such groups become the gathering point for those who feel that mainstream politicians and media are not focusing enough on issues like white supremacy, crony capitalism and racism. Also read | Witnesses warned Trump's security about shooter minutes before shots were fired: Reports Trump wanted to ban Antifa During his presidency, Trump often threatened to ban Antifa, as it took part in violent protests against right-wing ideas represented by him. In several places, particularly in Charlottesville, Virginia in 2017, Antifa organised counter-protests against right-wing and extreme-right organisations. Charlottesville was the site of the so-called Unite the Right rally organised by various groups like white supremacists, so-called alt-right, extreme nationalists, neo-fascists and neo-Nazis. Their 'torch march' was confronted by left-wing and anarchist counter-protesters including Antifa. At the time, Trump had put the blame on some 'very violent people' on both sides and tried to bring in equivalence between the two. On several occasions, he expressed the intention to classify Antifa as a 'domestic terrorist organisation' but didn't find much support from the legal establishment during his first presidency. There are no legal provisions to designate an organisation as a domestic terrorist in the US, part of the reason being its constitutionally guaranteed right to free speech. Watch | US: Suspected Trump rally shooter was a 'quiet', 'lonely' & 'bullied' child in school: Reports × Was Trump assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks an Antifa member? Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old failed assassin who was shot dead after pumping bullets from a rooftop that injured Trump in the ear, was initially reported to have been part of Antifa. Social media chatter put him as part of Antifa protests or clashes with counter-protesters in Minneapolis Black Lives Matter marches in 2021, Portland unrest in 2022, and Seattle protests in 2023. He was also reportedly a part of Antifa protests in New York and Los Angeles either as an organiser or participant. But none of these links are fully established.

Trump rally shooting: What is Antifa, the movement allegedly linked to failed assassin Thomas Crooks?

<p>The shooter of Donald Trump’s assassination attempt, a 20-year-old kitchen worker, Thomas Matthew&nbsp;Crooks was shot at the incident. The attack took place when the former US president was giving a speech at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Police and concerned authorities are still investigating Crooks’ motive.</p>

<p>"We do not currently have an identified motive," said Kevin Rojek, FBI Pittsburgh special agent in charge, at a briefing on Saturday night.</p>

<p>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-shooting-security-failure-secret-service-knew-roof-was-vulnerable-spot-reveals-report-740997">Trump shooting security 'failure': Secret Service knew roof was vulnerable spot, reveals report</a></p>

<p>According to reports, the shooter was armed with a high-powered semi-automatic rifle of AR-15 variant, the weapon notorious for its use in various shootings.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>AR-15, the gun used by the Trump shooter, is America’s most notorious weapon</strong></h2>

<p>AR-15-style rifle is one of the most popular and deadliest guns in the US. It has been commonly seen in some of the country’s worst mass shootings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The rifle was originally designed by Eugene Stoner in the late 1950s for Armalite. It was later sold to Colt, who marketed it to military and civilian markets.</p>

<p>The AR-15 is chambered in relatively small, high-velocity rounds. This rifle features a modular design, allowing its users to easily customize and configure it with different stocks, grips, sights, and other accessories, which makes it versatile and easy to use. This is one of the main reasons why it is top favourite among sport shooters, hunters, and law enforcement agencies.</p>

<p>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-are-counter-snipers-of-us-secret-service-that-took-down-donald-trumps-shooter-740971">Who are Counter Snipers of US Secret Service that took down Donald Trump’s shooter?</a></p>

<p>Another reason for its popularity is its price:&nbsp;buying an AR-16 is easy and cheap. Depending on the state of residence, a prospective owner can walk into a gun shop and, after presenting a valid ID, buy a rifle or shotgun provided they pass a federal background check.</p>

<p>A Washington Post poll in 2023 estimated that one in 20 American adults owns at least one AR-15.</p>

<p>In terms of performance, the AR-15 typically has an effective range of around 500 to 600 metres for accurate shooting. It is known for its accuracy, manageable recoil, and adaptability</p>

<p>It is mostly used by US civilians, but its design also allows it to be the foundation for many military rifles, including the M16 and M4 carbines, which have seen extensive use by the US military. The AR-15's adaptability, combined with its high rate of fire in its military variants, has also made it a point of controversy in discussions about gun control, particularly in the context of its use in several high-profile mass shootings.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The shooter of Donald Trump’s assassination attempt, a 20-year-old kitchen worker, Thomas Matthew Crooks was shot at the incident. The attack took place when the former US president was giving a speech at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.

The shooter of Donald Trump’s assassination attempt, a 20-year-old kitchen worker, Thomas Matthew Crooks was shot at the incident. The attack took place when the former US president was giving a speech at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. Police and concerned authorities are still investigating Crooks’ motive. "We do not currently have an identified motive," said Kevin Rojek, FBI Pittsburgh special agent in charge, at a briefing on Saturday night. Also Read | Trump shooting security 'failure': Secret Service knew roof was vulnerable spot, reveals report According to reports, the shooter was armed with a high-powered semi-automatic rifle of AR-15 variant, the weapon notorious for its use in various shootings. AR-15, the gun used by the Trump shooter, is America’s most notorious weapon AR-15-style rifle is one of the most popular and deadliest guns in the US. It has been commonly seen in some of the country’s worst mass shootings. The rifle was originally designed by Eugene Stoner in the late 1950s for Armalite. It was later sold to Colt, who marketed it to military and civilian markets. The AR-15 is chambered in relatively small, high-velocity rounds. This rifle features a modular design, allowing its users to easily customize and configure it with different stocks, grips, sights, and other accessories, which makes it versatile and easy to use. This is one of the main reasons why it is top favourite among sport shooters, hunters, and law enforcement agencies. Also Read | Who are Counter Snipers of US Secret Service that took down Donald Trump’s shooter? Another reason for its popularity is its price: buying an AR-16 is easy and cheap. Depending on the state of residence, a prospective owner can walk into a gun shop and, after presenting a valid ID, buy a rifle or shotgun provided they pass a federal background check. A Washington Post poll in 2023 estimated that one in 20 American adults owns at least one AR-15. In terms of performance, the AR-15 typically has an effective range of around 500 to 600 metres for accurate shooting. It is known for its accuracy, manageable recoil, and adaptability It is mostly used by US civilians, but its design also allows it to be the foundation for many military rifles, including the M16 and M4 carbines, which have seen extensive use by the US military. The AR-15's adaptability, combined with its high rate of fire in its military variants, has also made it a point of controversy in discussions about gun control, particularly in the context of its use in several high-profile mass shootings. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>The UK's political violence adviser warned that the growing "toxic, dangerous environment" in public life heightens the risk of an assassination attempt on a British politician. He urged the home secretary to investigate the intimidation of election candidates.</p>

<p>On Friday, John Woodcock wrote to Yvette Cooper to convey his concerns that several events during the election campaign could have been part of a "concerted campaign by extremists" that "underlined the gravity of the threat to our democracy."</p>

<p>Woodcock, also known as Lord Walney, stated in an interview with the Guardian that the alleged attempt to assassinate Donald Trump was "a vivid reminder of the vulnerability of all politicians."</p>

<p>“We have seen the growth in the UK of US-style politics of aggressive confrontation and intimidation which is unfortunately, exactly the toxic environment that could lead to another assassination attempt on a UK politician, of which we have already tragically seen a number in recent years,” Woodcock said.</p>

<p>In the UK, the recently concluded elections saw more political candidates and their staff receiving threats and intimidation during the campaign.</p>

<p>Woodcock stated that he believed intimidation was increasingly employed as "a core electoral strategy to try to either get candidates defeated or bully candidates into submission."</p>

<p>He added that there was a particular pattern of abuse "created by aggressive pro-Palestine activists."</p>

<p>“The stories coming back from constituencies, from election campaigns are horrific. I think our frontline politicians were shaken before this and they have come back from the campaign determined to do something about it," he said.</p>

<p>"And the question is now what measures will be effective and how you create the atmosphere for a change of culture,” Woodcock added.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-assassination-attempt-state-law-allows-gun-near-rnc-but-tennis-balls-banned-740882">Donald Trump assassination attempt: State law allows gun near RNC but tennis balls banned</a></strong></p>

<p>Woodcock said on Sunday that in addition to providing stronger security at MPs' offices, he wants the home secretary to "call an urgent review of the environment around Whitehall" where "there can be clear points of vulnerability" for MPs.</p>

<p>He said, “It’s a toxic, dangerous environment. And we have to keep reminding ourselves that we’re not talking in theoretical terms."</p>

<p>"We are blessed to have the sister of Jo Cox in parliament today, but she started her political career in the aftermath of her sister being murdered; David Amess was assassinated," he continued.</p>

<p>“The threat is real and thankfully there has been a big increase in the amount of protection that is offered to MPs, but unless we can do more to address the culture that is driving this there will always be an element of mortal risk to our politicians because the whole of our democracy is based on connection with the public and MPs and councillors would never have it any other way,” Woodcock said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The UK's political violence adviser warned that the growing "toxic, dangerous environment" in public life heightens the risk of an assassination attempt on a British politician.

The UK's political violence adviser warned that the growing "toxic, dangerous environment" in public life heightens the risk of an assassination attempt on a British politician. He urged the home secretary to investigate the intimidation of election candidates. On Friday, John Woodcock wrote to Yvette Cooper to convey his concerns that several events during the election campaign could have been part of a "concerted campaign by extremists" that "underlined the gravity of the threat to our democracy." Woodcock, also known as Lord Walney, stated in an interview with the Guardian that the alleged attempt to assassinate Donald Trump was "a vivid reminder of the vulnerability of all politicians." “We have seen the growth in the UK of US-style politics of aggressive confrontation and intimidation which is unfortunately, exactly the toxic environment that could lead to another assassination attempt on a UK politician, of which we have already tragically seen a number in recent years,” Woodcock said. In the UK, the recently concluded elections saw more political candidates and their staff receiving threats and intimidation during the campaign. Woodcock stated that he believed intimidation was increasingly employed as "a core electoral strategy to try to either get candidates defeated or bully candidates into submission." He added that there was a particular pattern of abuse "created by aggressive pro-Palestine activists." “The stories coming back from constituencies, from election campaigns are horrific. I think our frontline politicians were shaken before this and they have come back from the campaign determined to do something about it," he said. "And the question is now what measures will be effective and how you create the atmosphere for a change of culture,” Woodcock added. Also read: Donald Trump assassination attempt: State law allows gun near RNC but tennis balls banned Woodcock said on Sunday that in addition to providing stronger security at MPs' offices, he wants the home secretary to "call an urgent review of the environment around Whitehall" where "there can be clear points of vulnerability" for MPs. He said, “It’s a toxic, dangerous environment. And we have to keep reminding ourselves that we’re not talking in theoretical terms." "We are blessed to have the sister of Jo Cox in parliament today, but she started her political career in the aftermath of her sister being murdered; David Amess was assassinated," he continued. “The threat is real and thankfully there has been a big increase in the amount of protection that is offered to MPs, but unless we can do more to address the culture that is driving this there will always be an element of mortal risk to our politicians because the whole of our democracy is based on connection with the public and MPs and councillors would never have it any other way,” Woodcock said. (With inputs from agencies)

UK government adviser warns of rising assassination threat amid toxic political climate

<p>Former President Donald Trump is set to become the GOP nominee for president at this week's Republican National Convention, just days after surviving an assassination attempt.</p>

<p>Days after former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt, he is set to become the GOP nominee for president at this week's Republican National Convention which commences on Monday (July 15).</p>

<p>The four-day event starts two days after a gunman fired shots at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania. The bullet grazed Trump's ear. The shooter was identified by the Secret Service as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, who was killed on the spot by a Secret Service sniper.</p>

<p>Following the incident federal, state, and local law enforcement officials were on high alert and new security changes were planned.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What happens at the RNC and its significance?</strong></h2>

<p>On Monday, a roll call vote involving almost 2,400 delegates from across the country will officially nominate Trump.</p>

<p>States release their delegate counts in alphabetical order, and delegate voting methods are dictated by state party regulations. The vote, meanwhile, is mostly symbolic because Trump won the nomination in March by gathering the necessary 1,125 delegates. On Thursday night, Trump will likely formally accept the nomination in a speech.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-lot-different-donald-trump-rewrites-his-rnc-speech-after-assassination-attempt-740925">'A lot different': Donald Trump rewrites his RNC speech after assassination attempt</a></strong></p>

<p>In addition to the formalities, the Republican Party will adopt a new platform, which includes softer language on abortion, proposing the issue be decided by individual states. The platform also calls for the building of a missile-proof shield over the United States, tax cuts, and mass deportation of unauthorised immigrants.</p>

<h2><strong>Where is the Republican Convention taking place?</strong></h2>

<p>This year's convention will be hosted in the Fiserv Forum arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.</p>

<p>Milwaukee is considered a Democratic stronghold and hosting the convention in Wisconsin is a message in itself.</p>

<h2><strong>When does the RNC start and end?</strong></h2>

<p>The convention will run from Monday to Thursday. The first formal session will begin on Monday at 12:45 PM local time, with major speeches slated for the evening.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-assassination-attempt-state-law-allows-gun-near-rnc-but-tennis-balls-banned-740882">Donald Trump assassination attempt: State law allows gun near RNC but tennis balls banned</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>Who are the key speakers at the 2024 RNC?</strong></h2>

<p>On Saturday, the RNC and Trump campaign announced a speaker lineup that included politicians, celebrities, and Trump family members, among others.</p>

<p>Speakers include House Speaker Mike Johnson, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Tucker Carlson, along with several Republican senators, representatives, and Senate hopefuls.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/decoding-trump-assassination-bid-why-the-world-should-worry-about-a-divided-states-of-america-740953">Decoding the Trump assassination bid: Why the world should worry about a Divided States of America</a></strong></p>

<p>The two eldest sons of ex-President Trump, Donald Jr.'s fiancée Kimberly Guilfoyle, and Eric Trump's wife, Lara Trump, who is also the co-chair of the Republican National Committee, are all set to speak.</p>

<p>Lara Trump teased the roaster, noting "unlikely people, celebrities who maybe you've never heard from," who support Trump and conservative principles.</p>

<p>Ron DeSantis, the governor of Florida, who dropped out of the January primary and backed Trump is also a key speaker. Nikki Haley, another primary challenger, has also accepted an offer to speak.</p>

<p>The most anticipated speeches include Trump and his vice-presidential nominee, who is expected to be named soon. It is customary for the vice-presidential nominee to speak on Wednesday and the presidential nominee to speak on Thursday, the last night of the convention.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former President Donald Trump is set to become the GOP nominee for president at this week's Republican National Convention, just days after surviving an assassination attempt.

Former President Donald Trump is set to become the GOP nominee for president at this week's Republican National Convention, just days after surviving an assassination attempt. Days after former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt, he is set to become the GOP nominee for president at this week's Republican National Convention which commences on Monday (July 15). The four-day event starts two days after a gunman fired shots at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania. The bullet grazed Trump's ear. The shooter was identified by the Secret Service as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, who was killed on the spot by a Secret Service sniper. Following the incident federal, state, and local law enforcement officials were on high alert and new security changes were planned. What happens at the RNC and its significance? On Monday, a roll call vote involving almost 2,400 delegates from across the country will officially nominate Trump. States release their delegate counts in alphabetical order, and delegate voting methods are dictated by state party regulations. The vote, meanwhile, is mostly symbolic because Trump won the nomination in March by gathering the necessary 1,125 delegates. On Thursday night, Trump will likely formally accept the nomination in a speech. Also read: 'A lot different': Donald Trump rewrites his RNC speech after assassination attempt In addition to the formalities, the Republican Party will adopt a new platform, which includes softer language on abortion, proposing the issue be decided by individual states. The platform also calls for the building of a missile-proof shield over the United States, tax cuts, and mass deportation of unauthorised immigrants. Where is the Republican Convention taking place? This year's convention will be hosted in the Fiserv Forum arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Milwaukee is considered a Democratic stronghold and hosting the convention in Wisconsin is a message in itself. When does the RNC start and end? The convention will run from Monday to Thursday. The first formal session will begin on Monday at 12:45 PM local time, with major speeches slated for the evening. Also read: Donald Trump assassination attempt: State law allows gun near RNC but tennis balls banned Who are the key speakers at the 2024 RNC? On Saturday, the RNC and Trump campaign announced a speaker lineup that included politicians, celebrities, and Trump family members, among others. Speakers include House Speaker Mike Johnson, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Tucker Carlson, along with several Republican senators, representatives, and Senate hopefuls. Also read: Decoding the Trump assassination bid: Why the world should worry about a Divided States of America The two eldest sons of ex-President Trump, Donald Jr.'s fiancée Kimberly Guilfoyle, and Eric Trump's wife, Lara Trump, who is also the co-chair of the Republican National Committee, are all set to speak. Lara Trump teased the roaster, noting "unlikely people, celebrities who maybe you've never heard from," who support Trump and conservative principles. Ron DeSantis, the governor of Florida, who dropped out of the January primary and backed Trump is also a key speaker. Nikki Haley, another primary challenger, has also accepted an offer to speak. The most anticipated speeches include Trump and his vice-presidential nominee, who is expected to be named soon. It is customary for the vice-presidential nominee to speak on Wednesday and the presidential nominee to speak on Thursday, the last night of the convention. (With inputs from agencies)

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