Politicians are reacting and sharing statements after a possible assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally.
Violence is never the answer in our democracy.
I am closely monitoring the situation and praying for former President Trump's recovery. Thankful to the Secret Service for their quick response.
鈥� Governor JB Pritzker (@GovPritzker)
Please join Teresa and me in praying for President Trump, his family, and all victims who were in attendance at the rally in Pennsylvania today. Please pray for our nation.
鈥� Governor Mike Parson (@GovParsonMO)
Britainy and I are praying for the safety and health of the former president. Violence is never the answer. Never.
鈥� Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear)
U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) issued the following statement after President Trump was attacked at a rally in Bulter, Pennsylvania:
"Tracy and I are shocked by the news of the attack on President Trump in Pennsylvania this afternoon," said Bost. "We are monitoring the situation closely and praying for the President."
U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement on the shooting at former President Trump鈥檚 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania:
鈥淧olitical violence is never acceptable. I鈥檓 keeping the former president, the bystander who was tragically killed, and all who were injured or whose safety was threatened in my thoughts. Sending my deepest thanks to law enforcement for helping keep those in attendance safe.鈥�
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