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Oklahoma leaders react to assassination attempt on Donald Trump
2024-07-14
TULSA, Okla. — Local leaders reacted to the attempted assassination on Donald Trump following a shooting at a rally in Pennsylvania on Friday.
FOX23 reported Trump could be seen grabbing his face which appeared to be bleeding before he was rushed off stage following apparent gunshots. He is reported to be "fine" following the incident. The Butler County district attorney said the shooter is dead and at least one attendee was killed.
Tulsa Mayor G.T. Bynum posted the following statement on X (formerly known as Twitter):
"Terrible. Grateful for the Secret Service agents and law enforcement who ran toward harm’s way to protect the life of President Trump. Violence has no place in America’s democratic process. Thankful President Trump and those in attendance are safe now."
Oklahoma Governor Stitt posted the following statement on X:
"My prayers are with President Trump— and we should all feel so thankful for the swift response by the Secret Service and law enforcement. While details are still coming in, we can’t tolerate attempts to thwart democracy with political violence. Period."
Senator Markwayne Mullin posted the following statement on X:
"As we await additional information, we are praying for President Trump, his family, our brave law enforcement, and our country."
Congressman Kevin Hern posted the following statement on X:
"My prayers are with President Trump, and the thousands of supporters gathered in Butler, Pennsylvania. I’m praying for him and everyone involved for their safety & security."
Congressman Josh Brecheen posted the following statement on X:
"President Trump, even with blood on his face, is not going to stop fighting for the American people! Please join us in praying continued Providential protection for 45 (and future 47) and his family."
FOX23 will update with more reactions from local officials as they become available.
FILE - Former President Donald Trump speaks during a rally, July 7, 2023, in Council Bluffs, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
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