DEVELOPING STORY: The Secret Service says President Trump is safe after shots were fired during his massive rally in Butler County, Pennsylvania. Watch the entire incident above and click here for our continuing coverage.
The president grabbed his neck as he dropped to the ground. The crowd behind the president also took cover. Trump stood back up with what appeared to be blood streaming down his face. He raised a fist in the air as the Secret Service rushed him off stage.
“An incident occurred the evening of July 13 at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania,” read a statement from the Secret Service. “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.”
The Trump campaign issued this statement: “President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility.”
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.”
Katie Pavlich reported that she just spoke on the phone to Ambassador Kip Tom, who was sitting in the front row at the Trump rally. He told me he believes there were two shooters, saying shots at President Trump came from different directions. He also saw others get hit. He also said he saw “gun smoke.”