Attack is being investigated as an assassination attempt, law enforcement officials tell multiple media outlets.

A male gunman reportedly opened fire Saturday while former President Donald Trump was delivering a speech at a campaign rally just outside of Butler, Pa. Trump, who was injured during the attack, was rushed offstage by a swarm of Secret Service agents.

As the chaotic scene unfolded, a person described as the gunman was shot and killed, Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger told the Associated Press and NBC. An audience member was also killed and a second was listed in serious condition, according to Goldinger.

Trump raised his fist to acknowledge his supporters and appeared to be bleeding from his ear as he was led to his motorcade and left the venue. His campaign later released a statement saying he was "fine." The Secret Service is now investigating the incident as an assassination attempt, officials told the AP.

Donald Trump with apparent blood on his face is surrounded by several others.
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents at a campaign rally, Saturday, in Butler, Pa. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Here are the latest developments:

 
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    What we know so far

    • Trump was speaking at a rally outside of Butler, Pa., on Saturday evening when pops were heard coming from the crowd.

    • Trump appeared to have been hit, or possibly grazed, by something and brought his hand to his ear before dropping down below the podium.

    • Secret Service agents rushed the stage as screams could be heard from the crowd.

    • Trump stood and gestured with a fist to the crowd, and there appeared to be blood dripping from his ear.

    • Secret Service agents rushed Trump to his motorcade.

    • Police began clearing the fairgrounds.

    • Trump's campaign released a statement saying the former president was "fine."

    • Trump was struck on the ear and the apparent shooter, a male who has not yet been identified by law enforcement is dead, according to the Washington Post.

    • A rallygoer was killed and another person is in serious condition, according to Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger

    • No further information has yet been released on the apparent shooter or their motive.

    Read more:

    • Trump removed from stage by Secret Service after loud noises startle former president, crowd [USA Today]

    • Trump 'fine' and suspect dead after gunshots at rally as authorities investigate assassination attempt: Live updates [The Independent]

    • Trump rally erupts in gunfire, former president safe, officials say [Reuters]

    • Trump rushed offstage after possible assassination attempt at Pennsylvania rally; former president 'fine,' spokesperson says [ABC News]

  • Caitlin Dickson

    Biden campaign reportedly pausing TV ads, other outreach

    Per NBC News reporter Jonathan Allen, the Biden campaign is halting its outgoing communications and working to pause television ads after the shooting at former President Donald Trump's campaign rally.

  • Laura Clark

    Gunman was male, identity not released, law enforcement officials tell CBS News

    The alleged shooter at former President Trump's rally in Pennsylvania today was confirmed to be male, two law enforcement sources told CBS News. His identity, however, has not been released.

  • Caitlin Dickson

    Biden condemns 'sick' violence after apparent shooting at Trump rally

    President Biden spoke briefly to members of the press following reports that former President Donald Trump had been injured in an apparent shooting at a campaign rally earlier Saturday evening. Biden declined to say whether he thought the incident was an assassination attempt, saying he did not have enough facts to make such a statement at this time.

    "There is no place in America for this kind of violence," Biden said. "It's sick.

    "It's one of the reasons why we have to unite this country," he went on, adding, "We cannot allow for this to be happening. We cannot be like this. We cannot condone this."

    A message posted to X from the official POTUS account said that Biden was "grateful to hear that [Trump is] safe and doing well. I’m grateful to hear that he’s safe and doing well. I’m praying for him and his family and for all those who were at the rally, as we await further information."

  • Kaitlin Reilly

    Former President Obama: 'We should all be relieved that former President Trump wasn't seriously hurt'

    "There is absolutely no place for political violence in our democracy," former President Barack Obama wrote on X. "Although we don't yet know exactly what happened, we should all be relieved that former President Trump wasn't seriously hurt, and use this moment to recommit ourselves to civility and respect in our politics. Michelle and I are wishing him a quick recovery."

  • Laura Clark

    President Biden has been briefed on the situation

    President Biden has been briefed on the Trump rally in Pennsylvania, according to ABC News and pool reports.

    The president was in Delaware attending church when former President Donald Trump appeared to be hit by apparent gunfire while speaking at the event.

    Biden has been receiving updates from Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Homeland Security adviser Liz Sherwood-Randall.

  • David Knowles

    Apparent shooting being investigated as 'possible assassination attempt,' officials tell ABC News

    Saturday's apparent shooting at former President Donald Trump's campaign rally in Butler, Pa., is being investigated as a "possible assassination attempt," officials briefed on the matter told ABC News.

  • Laura Clark

    Alleged shooter dead, rally attendee killed, Butler County district attorney tells AP

    An alleged shooter and a Trump rally attendee are both dead, according to an Associated Press report.

    The Butler County district attorney confirmed both deaths to the outlet.

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    Lauren Tuck

    Emergency department physician describes situation in crowd

    Speaking with campaign reporter Jake Rosen, an emergency department physician, his shirt covered in blood, said he tried to help a victim who was allegedly shot at the Trump rally. "I heard the shots. I thought it was firecrackers to begin with," the doctor told CBS News. "I made my way over and said I'm an emergency department physician, let me help you." The doctor said the person was suffering from serious gunshot wound injuries. The doctor also said he performed CPR and chest compressions.

    Warning: Blood and graphic language in the below video

  • Kaitlin Reilly

    Former President George W. Bush issues statement

    Former President George W. Bush issued a statement: “Laura and I are grateful that President Trump is safe following the cowardly attack on his life. And we commend the men and women of the Secret Service for their speedy response.”

  • David Knowles

    Butler County district attorney: Shooter is dead

    Former President Donald Trump was "grazed by gunfire" during Saturday's rally in Pennsylvania, Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger told Washington Post reporter Meryl Kornfield. The person who fired the shots is dead, according to Goldinger.

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    Lauren Tuck

    Dr. Sanjay Gupta says Trump fist pumping and walking on his own are 'good signs'

    Appearing on CNN, Dr. Sanjay Gupta said that he's seeing the same video as everyone else, but in his professional opinion it's a "good sign" that Trump was seen pumping his fist and walking on his own after the incident. Gupta said doctors will need to do a complete review and look for any injuries that could have happened, such as when Trump went to the ground or when he was escorted out by Secret Service.

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    Lauren Tuck

    Secret Service chief of communications: Trump 'is safe,' this is now an 'active Secret Service investigation'

    Anthony Guglielmi, Secret Service chief of communications, said on X, “An incident occurred the evening of July 13 at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania. The Secret Service has implemented protective measures and the former President is safe. This is now an active Secret Service investigation and further information will be released when available.”

  • Kaitlin Reilly

    Sen. Chuck Schumer: 'Horrified ... political violence has no place in our country'

    Sen. Chuck Schumer of New York posted to X: “I am horrified by what happened at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania and relieved that former President Trump is safe. Political violence has no place in our country.”

  • Kaitlin Reilly

    Rep. Hakeem Jeffries: 'Political violence of any kind is never acceptable'

    Rep. Hakeem Jeffries of New York, the Democratic minority leader, said in a statement posted to X, "My thoughts and prayers are with former President Trump. I am thankful for the decisive law enforcement response. America is a democracy. Political violence of any kind is never acceptable."

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    Lauren Tuck

    Trump is 'fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility'

  • David Knowles

    Trump seen bleeding from ear

    Former President Donald Trump appears to be bleeding from his ear and is helped off the stage by Secret Service at a campaign event.
    Former President Donald Trump is helped off the stage at a campaign event in Butler, Pa., on Saturday. (Gene J. Puskar/AP)

    Pictures taken showed former President Trump bleeding from his ear as the Secret Service rushed him off stage. Trump's campaign released a statement following the incident in Butler, Penn., saying he was "fine."

  • Laura Clark

    Robert F. Kennedy Jr.: 'Step back from the division'

    Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took to X to denounce the "violence" that took place during former President Donald Trump's rally today in Western Pennsylvania.

    "Now is the time for every American who loves our country to step back from the division, renounce all violence, and unite in prayer for President Trump and his family," the Kennedy posted on X.

  • Laura Clark

    Gov. Gavin Newsom: 'Violence has NO place in our democracy'

    California Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a post on X that "violence has NO place in our democracy"

    "My thoughts are with President Trump and everyone impacted at the rally today," he wrote.

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