Trump is safe after what the FBI is probing as apparent 'attempted assassination'
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Donald Trump was the target of what the FBI described as an apparent assassination attempt at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida, on September 15, 2024. This alarming event comes just nine weeks after Trump survived another assassination attempt, highlighting ongoing threats against the former president during his campaign. Secret Service agents, stationed nearby, noticed the muzzle of an AK-style rifle protruding from the shrubbery while Trump was playing golf, prompting immediate action. An agent fired at the suspect, who then dropped the weapon and fled in an SUV, leaving behind the firearm, two backpacks, a scope, and a GoPro camera. The suspect was later apprehended by law enforcement.
Trump has assured the public that he is safe and in good health. The incident has raised significant concerns about the effectiveness of Secret Service protection and security protocols surrounding Trump's campaign activities. As the political climate intensifies, questions about the safety of candidates continue to dominate discussions in the media.