Indiana Politicians React to Trump Assassination Attempt

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BUTLER, PA.–Indiana lawmakers from varying political backgrounds are reacting to the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a rally Saturday afternoon in Butler, Pennsylvania.

“President Trump doesn’t need to be doing this. He could be comfortably retired, only play golf. Instead, he is taking bullets for the country he loves and whose future he is concerned about. Make America Great Again!,” said Indiana Republican Congressman Rudy Yakym who represents Indiana’s second congressional district.

Indiana Republican Senator Todd Young called the incident “a terrifying scene” and said “violence is never the answer.”

Democrat Indiana Congressman Andre Carson echoed the same sentiment.

“I’m glad to hear former President Trump appears to be doing well. We cannot let this incite violence, on any side. I’m thankful for law enforcement’s quick response and am praying for everyone impacted,” said Carson.

The following is a statement from Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett:

The act of violence that occurred in Pennsylvania today only furthers the cycle of division that seems to be spinning out of control in our political discourse. It must stop.

We know that information will continue to come at us very quickly over these next few hours and days. In those hours and days, we are called to ask for God’s mercy. No matter our individual faith, may God help us to speak and act in ways that demonstrate the compassion and love that we are commanded to embody.

We join in praying for President Trump and all who have been impacted by today’s incident, including the law enforcement officers who took decisive action to protect others. No form of violence is acceptable on our streets, in our classrooms, or in American democracy.

Micah Beckwith is the Republican nominee for Indiana Lieutenant Governor. Not only did he say that he’s praying for Trump, he said he’s heard from several other Republicans who are rallying together.

“Grassroots conservatives and grassroots Republicans have been reaching out. It’s pretty much the same across the board. We’re fired up now more than ever. Let’s get out there and win in November and take our country back,” said Beckwith.

Also reacting to the assassination attempt was Transportation Secretary and former South Bend Mayor 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,” said Buttigieg.

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