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.

ByIvan Pereira, Mark Osborne, Kevin Shalvey, Emily Shapiro, and Leah Sarnoff
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Last Updated: July 13, 2024, 8:45 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.

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Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump arrives for a campaign rally, July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pa.
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    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.

    Jul 19, 2024, 8:04 AM EDT

    What we know about the shooting

    New details have emerged about the suspected shooter at former President Donald Trump's rally over the weekend, including what first brought Thomas Matthew Crooks under suspicion. Read more here.

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    This graphic shows the location of the stage at the Trump rally in Butler, Pa., on July 13, 2024, and the suspected shooter's location on a rooftop near the venue.
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    Jul 13, 2024, 8:33 PM EDT

    1 spectator killed, 1 seriously injured: Butler DA

    One rally spectator was killed and another was injured during the incident, Butler County District Attorney Richard A. Goldinger told ABC News.

    "The second individual who was removed is in serious condition," he said.

    Goldfinger said the suspected shooter was on an adjacent roof outside of the rally. He was not sure how the shooter was taken down.

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