Donald Trump Targeted in Assassination Attempt Before Republican Nomination

Former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred ahead of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, where Trump is set to receive the party's nomination. President Joe Biden ordered a review of security protocols following the attack.

Former President Donald Trump narrowly survived an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump, who sustained a minor injury to his right ear, is set to receive the Republican party's nomination at the National Convention in Milwaukee this week.

President Joe Biden has called for a comprehensive review of security protocols after the assailant, identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, managed to get close enough to shoot from a rooftop. Crooks was shot dead by Secret Service agents.

The incident has further inflamed the tense political atmosphere as both parties investigate Crooks' motives and affiliations. The attack comes amidst rising fears of political violence in the run-up to the November election.