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FBI Confirms Trump Struck by Bullet in July 13 Assassination Attempt in Butler, Pa.

Jul 26, 2024, 11:38 PM

The FBI has confirmed that former President Donald Trump was struck in the ear by a bullet during an assassination attempt on July 13 at a campaign rally in Butler, Pa. The bullet, which may have been whole or fragmented, was fired from the rifle of the deceased assailant. This statement comes after nearly two weeks of confusion and conflicting accounts regarding the incident. The FBI's clarification follows earlier suggestions that the injury could have been caused by shrapnel. The confirmation aims to resolve the political uproar surrounding the event.