The world was stunned by an attempted assassination of leading presidential candidate Donald Trump during his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Former NBA player Royce White, currently running for the U.S. Senate as a Republican in Minnesota, reacted strongly to the news.
“Attempted assassination of Donald J. Trump today in Pennsylvania. All patriots watch your 6. Thank God the president survived. His bravery will go down as a seminal moment in American history. We will not take a single fucking back step. We will win! God Bless America! 🇺🇸 No more f*cking around… The People Are Coming! Root & Branch!” White tweeted.
In another tweet, he added, “PRAY FOR PEACE. PREPARE FOR WAR,” emphasizing resilience and preparedness.
During the rally, shots rang out as President Trump addressed the crowd, causing panic among attendees. Trump reached for his right ear, where blood was visible, prompting swift action from Secret Service agents.
Trump acknowledged the quick response of the Secret Service and law enforcement in a post on Truth Social, extending condolences to the family of the deceased and the injured.
Describing the incident, Trump recounted hearing a whizzing sound and feeling the impact of the bullet, causing bleeding from his ear.
The assailant, Thomas Matthew Crooks, located in a sniper position, was swiftly apprehended by law enforcement. The attack resulted in at least one confirmed fatality.
White’s tweets underscored his strong support for Trump and his stance on patriotism and national security. His words reflected a call to unity and vigilance in the face of adversity.
