Ronny Jackson, who served as White House physician to both Donald Trump and Barack Obama, revealed that his nephew was injured during a shooting incident aimed at Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Jackson had personally arranged for his nephew and a friend to secure seats in the friends and family section near the stage during the event.
The incident occurred when shots were fired, causing chaos among attendees who quickly dropped to the ground for safety. Jackson recounted the harrowing moment, stating that his nephew was grazed in the neck by a bullet as it crossed, causing a cut and bleeding. Despite the immediate danger, Trump, the intended target of the shooting, managed to escape unharmed by taking cover behind the podium until the shooter was subdued.
The rally, attended by a large crowd of supporters, turned into a scene of panic and confusion as law enforcement swiftly responded to the attack. Reports later confirmed that one person was tragically killed during the incident.
In his statement following the shooting, Trump acknowledged the gravity of the situation, expressing thanks to the United States Secret Service and law enforcement for their rapid response. He also extended condolences to the families affected by the violence, emphasizing the shocking nature of such an act within the country.
The shooter, whose identity and motives were not immediately known, was reported deceased following the incident. The rally, originally intended as a political gathering, became a focal point of national attention due to the attempted assassination and subsequent events that unfolded in Butler, Pennsylvania.