World leaders, lawmakers express concern After incident at Trump Rally

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Soon after presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump was whisked away from a rally in Buttler, Pa., after an apparent attack, reactions, well-wishes and condemnations of the presumed attacker began pouring in from both sides of the political aisle and around the world.

At least one person was killed and the suspected shooter is dead, an official said. Trump is “fine” and being treated at a medical facility, per his campaign.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu:

Sara and I were shocked by the apparent attack on President Trump. We pray for his safety and speedy recovery.

— Benjamin Netanyahu – בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) July 13, 2024

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer:

I am horrified by what happened at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania and relieved that former President Trump is safe. Political violence has no place in our country.

— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) July 13, 2024

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell:

Tonight, all Americans are grateful that President Trump appears to be fine after a despicable attack on a peaceful rally. Violence has no place in our politics. We appreciate the swift work of the Secret Service and other law enforcement.

— Leader McConnell (@LeaderMcConnell) July 13, 2024

House Speaker Mike Johnson:

Kelly and I are praying for President Trump and all the attendees of the campaign rally today in Pennsylvania, and we send our gratitude to the law enforcement who responded at the scene.

I have been briefed by law enforcement and am continuing to monitor the developments. This…

— Speaker Mike Johnson (@SpeakerJohnson) July 13, 2024

Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi:

As one whose family has been the victim of political violence, I know firsthand that political violence of any kind has no place in our society. I thank God that former President Trump is safe.

As we learn more details about this horrifying incident, let us pray that all those…

— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) July 13, 2024

Senator Bernie Sanders:

Political violence is absolutely unacceptable.

I wish Donald Trump, and anyone else who may have been hurt, a speedy recovery.

— Bernie Sanders (@BernieSanders) July 13, 2024

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro:

Violence targeted at any political party or political leader is absolutely unacceptable.

It has no place in Pennsylvania or the United States.

I have been briefed on the situation. @PAStatePolice are on the scene in Butler County and working with our federal and local…

— Governor Josh Shapiro (@GovernorShapiro) July 13, 2024

Utah Sen. Mitt Romney:

Relieved the former President is safe and doing well. Outrageous and tragic that anyone would make such a heinous and evil act. Grateful for the quick response from Secret Service agents. This is a deeply sad day for America.

— Senator Mitt Romney (@SenatorRomney) July 13, 2024

Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg:

In this horrible moment, encouraged to hear President Trump’s team indicate that the former president is doing well.

An entire nation must speak with one voice today to completely and unequivocally reject all political violence.

— Secretary Pete Buttigieg (@SecretaryPete) July 13, 2024

California Gov. Gavin Newsom:

Violence has NO place in our democracy. My thoughts are with President Trump and everyone impacted at the rally today.

— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) July 13, 2024

Former Rep. Gabby Giffords, who survived a 2011 assassination attempt during a constituent event:

Political violence is terrifying. I know.

I’m holding former President Trump, and all those affected by today’s indefensible act of violence in my heart. Political violence is un-American and is never acceptable—never.

— Gabrielle Giffords (@GabbyGiffords) July 13, 2024

Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison:

I pray that Donald Trump and all who attended the rally are safe. There is no place for political violence, or violence of any kind, against our fellow Americans – and as a Party, we condemn it in the strongest possible terms. First responders and the Secret Service responded…

— Jaime Harrison (@harrisonjaime) July 13, 2024

Former President George W. Bush:

Statement from former President George W. Bush: “Laura and I are grateful that President Trump is safe following the cowardly attack on his life. And we commend the men and women of the Secret Service for their speedy response.”

— Meridith McGraw (@meridithmcgraw) July 13, 2024

Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley:

This should horrify every freedom loving American. Violence against presidential candidates must never be normalized.

We are lifting up Donald Trump, the entire Trump family, and all in attendance in prayer.

— Nikki Haley (@NikkiHaley) July 13, 2024