Trump shooting updates: Shooter flew drone near site hours before shooting

One spectator was killed and two were hurt in the shooting on July 13.

Last Updated: July 24, 2024, 4:49 PM EDT

Federal authorities are investigating after former President Donald Trump was shot in the ear in an assassination attempt at an election rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13.

The alleged shooter was killed by snipers. One spectator was killed and two were hurt, officials said.

    Jul 13, 2024, 9:03 PM EDT

    Shooter fired as many as 8 rounds from AR-style rifle: Sources

    The shooter fired as many as eight rounds from an AR-style rifle while perched on a rooftop adjacent to the venue, law enforcement sources told ABC News.

    The shooter was 200 to 300 yards away at the time of the gunfire, the sources said.

    -ABC News' Aaron Katersky

    Jul 13, 2024, 8:52 PM EDT

    Trump says bullet hit him in the ear

    Former President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post that he was shot "with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear," during the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

    "I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin. Much bleeding took place, so I realized then what was happening," he said.

    Trump thanked the Secret Service and law enforcement for the rapid response and extended his condolences to the family of the person who was killed and the other person who was injured.

    "It is incredible that such an act can take place in our Country," he said.

    Jul 13, 2024, 8:45 PM EDT

    'We are praying for him, his family, and all those who have been injured': Harris

    Vice President Kamala Harris released a statement on X stating that she has been briefed about the shooting at the Trump rally.

    "Doug and I are relieved that he is not seriously injured. We are praying for him, his family, and all those who have been injured and impacted by this senseless shooting," she said.

    "We must all condemn this abhorrent act and do our part to ensure that it does not lead to more violence," the vice president added.

    Jul 13, 2024, 8:45 PM EDT

    Bill Clinton condemns attack at rally

    Former President Bill Clinton released a statement on X stating "violence has no place in America."

    "Hillary and I are thankful that President Trump is safe, heartbroken for all those affected by the attack at today’s rally in Pennsylvania, and grateful for the swift action of the U.S. Secret Service," he said.

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