Trump injured in shooting at Pennsylvania rally that left at least 1 dead

A shooting at former President Donald Trump’s rally has prompted an outpouring of concern and condemnation from across the world as authorities investigate the incident. Here’s what we know so far:

• What happened: The shooting took place Saturday afternoon at the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The gunman fired multiple shots from an “elevated position” outside the rally before he was killed by Secret Service personnel, the agency said. Police sources say the shooter was on a building rooftop. Videos show Trump being quickly whisked away by security personnel with blood on his face.

• Eyewitness testimonies: Rally attendees described the aftermath as “pandemonium,” with widespread confusion. Some initially thought the sounds had been fireworks, while others described seeing people hit by gunfire.

• Casualties: The incident left at least one audience member dead and two other attendees critically injured, according to the Secret Service. The gunman is also dead.

• Trump’s status: A spokesperson said Trump is “fine,” and the Secret Service said he was safe. The former president said on social media that he was hit by a bullet in the “upper part of my right ear.”

• Investigation: Multiple federal agencies are now involved, with the FBI on the scene. Law enforcement officials say the shooting is being investigated as a possible assassination attempt.

• Biden’s statement: President Joe Biden spoke with Trump after the shooting. Biden said earlier he was grateful Trump was safe. He condemned the shooting and called for the country to unite, saying: “There’s no place in America for this kind of violence.” Biden is returning to the White House from Delaware early to continue being briefed on the shooting.

• World reacts: US and global leaders have also weighed in to denounce the shooting and express their condolences for victims.

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