Ivanka Trump broke her silence on Instagram, sending a heartfelt message just hours after her dad, Donald Trump, was nearly assassinated at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
“Thank you for your love and prayers for my father and for the other victims of today’s senseless violence in Butler, Pennsylvania,” she posted, visibly shaken from the day’s events. “I am grateful to the Secret Service and all the other law enforcement officers for their quick and decisive actions today. I continue to pray for our country.”
Ivanka’s brother, Eric Trump, also shared his thoughts. “Toughest man I have ever met,” he said of his father, 78. The past few days have been harrowing for the Trump family, yet they seem to hold strong as events unfold.
Several shots erupted while Donald Trump was speaking at the rally, sending the crowd into chaos. Video footage revealed the former president ducking for cover after a bullet grazed his ear. Secret service agents reacted instantly, surrounding him and escorting him off the stage. Blood was seen trickling down the side of his face as he was whisked away. The rally-goers were promptly evacuated as the scene turned into an active crime scene.
Following the harrowing incident, Donald Trump himself addressed the situation on his Truth Social page. He thanked law enforcement for their rapid response and expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased and injured. “It is incredible that such an act can take place in our country,” he wrote, clearly shocked. He described the moment he knew something was wrong, “I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through my skin.” Despite the chaos, Trump expressed his gratitude, concluding with, “God bless America.”
The attempted assassination has undoubtedly sent shockwaves through the nation, but the swift reactions from law enforcement and the Trump family’s resilience have been a silver lining in these dark events. As investigations continue, everyone remains on edge, hoping for a safer, more peaceful future.
