Former President Donald Trump says he was shot in the upper part of his right ear on Saturday during a rally in Butler County, Pennsylvania.
Below are reactions to the incident from Montana's Congressional delegation and Gov. Greg Gianforte.
U.S. Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) released the following statement on former President Donald Trump:
“I am appalled by the violence at the political rally in support of former President Trump. There is absolutely no place for political violence in America and anyone found responsible for this needs to prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. I will continue to monitor the situation and am praying for President Trump’s safety, as well as all of those who peacefully attended this event.”
U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) posted the following statement:
“Cindy and I join with millions of Americans in relief that President Trump is still alive after an assassin attempted to take his life. We also mourn with the families of the fallen at yesterday’s rally. “No one, from our political candidates to innocent Americans should feel unsafe at our political rallies.”
U.S. Representative Matt Rosendale (R-MT) stated on social media:
We need to pray for President Trump, his family, the attendees of the rally and our country during this challenging time. 🇺🇸
— Matt Rosendale (@RepRosendale) July 14, 2024
U.S. Representative Ryan Zinke (R-MT) posted the following on social media:
Pray for the President and our country.
— Ryan Zinke (@RyanZinke) July 13, 2024
Governor Greg Gianforte (R-MT) stated the following in a social media post:
