Donald Trump Pennsylvania rally shooting Live Updates: 'Had I not looked away from crowd in that moment ... ', reacts Trump on assassination attempt

Corey D. Comperatore, a resident of Pennsylvania, tragically lost his life on Saturday when a sniper made an attempt on former President Donald Trump's life. The funeral home's obituary, released on Monday afternoon, stated that Comperatore's funeral will be a private affair following a public visitation scheduled for later this week.

The visitation, open to friends wishing to honor Comperatore's life and offer their condolences, will take place on Thursday in Freeport, Pennsylvania. Afterward, at a yet-to-be-determined time, Comperatore's pastor will conduct the funeral services.

According to the obituary, the 50-year-old Comperatore, a native of Natrona Heights, dedicated a decade of his life to serving in the U.S. Army Reserves. He was employed as a project and tooling engineer at JSP and actively participated in his local community as a member of Cabot Church and the former chief of the Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Department.

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The US Secret Service said on Monday it would participate fully in probes announced by President Joe Biden and members of Congress, after its agents failed to prevent a gunman from shooting and injuring former President Donald Trump over the weekend.The FBI says it is investigating the incident on Saturday at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania as an assassination attempt. Biden said on Sunday he had ordered an independent review, and Republican lawmakers vowed swift investigations.In her first major statement since the shooting, which killed a rally attendee, Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle said the agency was increasing security for Republican presidential candidate Trump and the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, which kicks off on Monday.

King Charles wrote to Donald Trump on Sunday following the shooting at his rally in Pennsylvania, where both the suspect and an attendee were killed. British PM Keir Starmer also said, "I am appalled by the shocking scenes at President Trump's rally and we send him and his family our best wishes. Political violence in any form has no place in our societies and my thoughts are with all the victims of this attack."

The Republican National Convention commenced on Monday under stringent security measures, following the shooting incident at Trump's rally in Pennsylvania the previous day. Trump will officially accept the nomination and deliver his acceptance speech at the Fiserv Forum in downtown Milwaukee on July 18. The day prior, he intends to unveil his choice for vice president.

There are iconic photographs from historical events that remain etched in our collective memory. Some recall the haunting images of individuals in business attire falling from the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, just moments before the towers crumbled. Others reflect on the historic photo of soldiers raising the US flag on the battlefield of Iwo Jima, symbolizing a pivotal moment during the closing stages of World War II in the Pacific.

Elon Musk called NYT "callous and despicable" for propagating anti-Trump views a day after he got injured in a foiled assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania. "The New York Times just published this about Trump today. They are truly callous and despicable human beings. Not a shred of empathy," he said in a post on X with a pictures of the NYT opinions page.

“I’m not supposed to be here, I’m supposed to be dead,” he said. “They’re right and I didn’t die. Usually you have to die to have an iconic picture,” he added. US President Joe Biden too addressed the nation on Monday saying, "There is no place in America for this kind of violence, for any violence ever. Period. No exceptions. We can't allow this violence to be normalized."

"This is a chance to bring the whole country, even the whole world, together. The speech will be a lot different, a lot different than it would've been two days ago," he said.

Activists gathering in Milwaukee for the start of the Republican National Convention say the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump won't affect their long-standing plans to demonstrate outside the convention site this week.

A diverse range of organizations and activists is expected outside the downtown Fiserv Forum. The largest expected demonstration was slated to start Monday morning. The Coalition to March on the RNC, comprised largely of local groups, planned to protest for access to abortion rights, for immigrant rights, and against the war in Gaza among other issues.

“The shooting has nothing to do with us,” said Omar Flores, a coalition spokesman, speaking about the Saturday evening shots fired at Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. “We’re going to continue with the march as we planned.”

"I rarely look away from the crowd. Had I not done that in that moment, well, we would not be talking today, would we?", he said.

The portrait pieced together so far of the 20-year-old nursing home aide who allegedly tried to assassinate Donald Trump at an election rally reveals frustratingly little about why he would make such an attempt - or how he managed to come so close to killing the former president.

The early details that have emerged about Thomas Matthew Crooks, who was shot dead by law enforcement, show a young man working an entry-level job near his hometown in Pennsylvania, where he graduated from high school in 2022 with a reputation as a bright but quiet classmate. His high school counselor described him as "respectful" and said he never knew Crooks to be political.

The FBI said on Sunday that Crooks' social media profile does not contain threatening language, nor have they found any history of mental health issues. They said he acted alone and have not identified a motive.

US first lady Jill Biden spoke by phone with former first lady Melania Trump on Sunday afternoon following the shooting incident involving former President Donald Trump a day earlier, according to NBC News, citing a White House official.

US first lady Jill Biden spoke with former first lady Melania Trump by phone on Sunday afternoon after former President Donald Trump was shot a day earlier, NBC News reported, citing a White House official.

In the aftermath of an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, Democrats are treading cautiously, navigating a complex landscape of political ramifications and moral considerations, The Hill reported.

President Joe Biden, out of respect for Trump and in response to the tragic events, has suspended all political activities, including the cessation of political advertisements. This pause has prompted introspection among Biden's allies and party operatives, who are grappling with the potential impact of this dramatic turn of events on the presidential race.

"There are more questions than answers right now," admitted a top Democratic strategist and close Biden ally. "I don't think anyone knows how this will turn out, even this week. There are so many unknowns," as reported by The Hill.

The debate over Biden's candidacy, particularly concerning his age and mental acuity, has been temporarily shelved. Multiple Democratic sources, speaking on condition of anonymity, acknowledged the sensitivity of the topic in the immediate aftermath of the shooting.

Former US President Donald Trump credited an immigration statistics chart with saving his life during an assassination attempt at a campaign rally on Saturday. Trump was displaying the chart when gunfire erupted, with at least five shots directed towards the stage. Reacting swiftly, Trump grabbed his ear and dropped to the ground as Secret Service agents formed a protective shield around him. Despite a bloody face, Trump stood up, acknowledged cheering supporters with a pumped fist, and departed with his motorcade to receive medical attention in Pennsylvania.

Asian markets were mixed Monday as investors weigh the impact of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump with data suggesting it has boosted his chances of being re-elected president.

Eyes are also on a key meeting of China's top leadership in Beijing, with hopes for measures to boost the world's number two economy, which grew less than expected in the second quarter.

Investors struggled to extend the rally enjoyed on Wall Street, where all three main indexes ended on a positive note despite a forecast-topping read on US wholesale prices.

The figures were not enough to overshadow Thursday's news that the consumer price index had slowed more than expected in June, which ramped up bets on a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September.

President Joe Biden called for an independent examination of the security protocols in place before and after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, which occurred the day prior. Biden also instructed the Secret Service to assess all of its security measures for the upcoming Republican National Convention.

Although Biden's directive was concise and lacked specifics, it is expected to heighten the scrutiny of the decisions and potential shortcomings of the agency primarily responsible for safeguarding the lives of current and former national leaders and their families.

Within a day of Trump being wounded at a campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania, congressional members pledged to hold hearings, and former law enforcement officials questioned the Secret Service's decision not to include the warehouse roof, from which the would-be assassin, Thomas Matthew Crooks of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, fired shots, within their security perimeter, despite it being within the range of certain firearms.

Renowned African American singer Mary Millben will perform the US national anthem before Donald Trump's acceptance speech as the Republican Party's presidential candidate on Thursday. Following the recent attempt on Trump's life, Millben praised his courage and perseverance, describing him as a close friend whom she deeply admires.

"Disagreement is inevitable in American democracy. It’s human nature. But politics must never be a literal battlefield. We stand for an America not of extremism and fury, but of decency and grace", he said.

Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old from Pennsylvania, has been identified as the gunman who allegedly tried to assassinate former US President Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, last weekend.

Crooks was fatally shot by Secret Service snipers on Sunday after he discharged several rounds at the rally from a rooftop nearby.

Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old firefighter and father of two, tragically gave his life while shielding his loved ones during a shooting at a Donald Trump rally in Pennsylvania last Saturday.

In a poignant Facebook tribute, Allyson, one of Comperatore's daughters, lauded her father's bravery, recounting how he protected them by pushing them to the ground and shielding them from the gunfire. She described him as "the greatest dad a girl could have," highlighting his selflessness and dedication to helping others.

Former President Donald Trump called for unity and resilience on Sunday following an assassination attempt that added further uncertainty to an already tumultuous presidential campaign and raised serious concerns about security measures after a gunman opened fire from a rooftop near a Pennsylvania campaign rally.

In a rare moment of bipartisan solidarity during a critical phase of the race, President Joe Biden used a prime-time address on Sunday to denounce the violence and urge Americans to reject political violence.

"It's time to cool it down, and we have a responsibility to do that," Biden said.

"All of us now face the time of testing as the election approaches. The higher the stakes, the more fervent the passions become... No matter how strong, our convictions must never descend into violence... It's time to cool it down," he added.

Biden was giving a speech from his oval office

On Sunday, President Joe Biden denounced the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, calling it "contrary to everything we stand for as a nation." He announced an independent security review to understand how such an attack could have occurred.

In brief afternoon remarks from the White House following a Situation Room briefing on the investigation, Biden urged the country to "unite as one nation" and called for a "thorough and swift" review. He also asked the public not to "make assumptions" about the shooter's motives or affiliations.

Former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's plane was seen landing at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, Wisconsin.

Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old nursing home aide from Pennsylvania, attempted to assassinate Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Crooks was shot dead by law enforcement after opening fire from a rooftop 150 yards from the stage, killing one person and critically injuring two others. Trump was grazed by a bullet.

Crooks, who graduated high school in 2022 and worked as a dietary aide, had no known history of mental health issues or threatening social media activity, according to Reuters. He was described as bright but quiet, with interests in computers and games rather than politics. The AR-15-style rifle he used was legally purchased by his father. Authorities found a suspicious device in his vehicle, which was rendered safe. The motive for the assassination attempt remains unclear.

Biden to return to trail this week, Democrats will resume campaigning Tuesday after pause following Trump rally attack, reports AP.

The US Secret Service is investigating how a gunman armed with an AR-style rifle managed to get close enough to shoot and injure former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, reported AP.The FBI identified the shooter on Sunday as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania.According to officials, the gunman, who was killed by Secret Service personnel, fired multiple shots at the stage from an “elevated position outside of the rally venue,” the agency reported.

US investigating agencies are scrambling for concrete answers on whether the suspect who attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump acted alone, what motivated the act of political violence, and how he obtained a semi-automatic rifle and materials for explosive devices. FBI Director Christopher Wray on Sunday said that the top investigative agencies' authorities "will leave no stone unturned" and are "committed the full force" in their investigation.

Former fire chief Corey Comperatore was killed while protecting his family during an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Comperatore used his body as a shield, saving his wife and daughter. The shooter, who was killed by the Secret Service, fired from an elevated position, injuring two others who are now in stable condition. President Joe Biden and former President Trump both extended condolences to Comperatore's family. Comperatore was remembered as a hero and a dedicated community member. His death has inspired political action and significant financial support for his family through a GoFundMe campaign.

As the frontrunner in the US presidential race was hit in the ear in an apparent assassination attempt by a gunman at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, Iskcon recalled Sunday Donald Trump's association with the first Rathyatra in New York nearly half-a-century ago.

Iskcon Kolkata vice-president Radharamn Das called Trump's narrow escape divine intervention. "In July 1976, Donald Trump had come to the rescue of Iskcon devotees looking for a large space to construct the raths by providing his train yard for free. Today, during the Rathyatra festival, it was Lord Jagannath's turn to return the favour," Das said.

Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old from Pennsylvania, attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Crooks, who was described as a quiet and bullied individual by former schoolmates, was killed by Secret Service snipers after firing multiple shots from a nearby rooftop. Trump was hit in the ear, and a bystander was killed with two others critically injured, reported AFP.

Investigators found a suspicious device in Crooks' car and are examining his phone. The weapon used was an AR-style semiautomatic rifle, legally purchased by Crooks' father. No mental health issues or military affiliations were noted, and Crooks' political leanings remain unclear, though he was a registered Republican and had previously donated to a Democratic-aligned PAC. The FBI is treating the incident as an assassination attempt and potential domestic terrorism. No evidence of planning or political discussions was found on Crooks' social media. His father is seeking to understand his son's actions.

They also revealed that they are investigating they shooting as assassination attempt and 'potential domestic terrorism'

Biden announced on social media, "I will continue to stay briefed by my homeland security team as this investigation continues. And I will address the nation tonight at 8:00 PM ET from the Oval Office. "