Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump: Shots Fired While Speaking at a Rally

Breaking news: US presidential candidate Donald Trump was shot at during a rally while delivering a speech. Trump, injured in the ear, was immediately taken off the stage....

Here's a summary of the news article you provided:

Donald Trump, the Republican presidential candidate, was speaking at an election rally in Pennsylvania when he was wounded in his right ear by what appeared to be gunshots. Several gunshot-like explosions were heard during his speech in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump was seen holding his right ear after the first explosion. As the explosions continued, security personnel rushed to the stage and surrounded Trump. Before being escorted off the stage, Trump was seen with blood running down his right cheek, raising his fist in the air. Panic ensued among attendees, and security quickly transported Trump to an armored vehicle.

Following the incident, Trump reassured the public in his first statement, saying, "I'm okay and undergoing medical examination." Investigations are ongoing to determine whether there was an attempted assassination.

The FBI classified the shooting as potential domestic terrorism and identified the weapon used as a legally purchased "AR-style 556 rifle." The rifle was believed to have been purchased by the assailant, Thomas Matthew Crooks, from his father. Investigations are ongoing to determine whether Crooks obtained the weapon without his father's knowledge.

Melania Trump, Donald Trump's wife, expressed gratitude to brave police officers who risked their lives during the attack. She described the moment she witnessed the bullet hitting Donald as a potentially life-changing event for her and their son Barron.

Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old resident of Pennsylvania and a former firefighter, was identified as the victim who died trying to shield his family during the attack. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro confirmed Comperatore's identity and described him as a hero.

Governor Shapiro emphasized the need for all leaders to reduce tensions, abandon hateful rhetoric, and seek a peaceful political process. He stressed that political disagreements should never be addressed through violence.

In response to the attack, various world leaders, including Emmanuel Macron, Viktor Orban, Karl Nehammer, and others, expressed shock and extended their condolences. They condemned political violence and emphasized the importance of maintaining democratic values.

Donald Trump later made a second statement on the Truth Social platform, thanking everyone for their thoughts and prayers and emphasizing resilience against evil. He called for unity among Americans and expressed eagerness to address the nation from Wisconsin.

The weapon used in the assassination attempt was identified as an AR-15 rifle, a semi-automatic civilian version of the military M16. The AR-15 is widely owned in the United States, with approximately 16 million people possessing one.

The incident prompted global reactions, with many leaders expressing solidarity with Trump and condemning the attack. Russia made a provocative remark suggesting that the U.S. reconsider its policies inciting hatred.

In response to the attack, the U.S. Secret Service Director Cheatle was summoned to testify before the House Oversight and Accountability Committee on July 22, 2024.

Despite the attack, Trump's campaign team announced that he would continue his campaign rallies. They affirmed his candidacy for the 47th President of the United States.

This summary captures the key points of the news article you provided.