Shooting at Donald Trump rally in Pennsylvania – Live updates: Russia condemns violence in ‘political struggle’, Kremlin says Putin has no plans to call Trump

Live updates on Donald Trump attack at Pennsylvania rally: Former US President Donald Trump was evacuated to a safe location after gunshots were heard from the crowd during his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Sunday.

According to a White House spokesman, the suspect and at least one attendee were killed, while two others were injured. Trump was visibly bleeding from his right ear as he was carried off the stage. He later said he was “fine” and was being checked out. He described the moment he realized something was wrong when a bullet pierced the top of his right ear.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which is leading the investigation, said: “The FBI has assumed the role of lead federal law enforcement agency in the investigation of the incident in Butler, Pennsylvania, involving former President Donald Trump.”

Steven Cheung, a spokesman for Trump, thanked law enforcement and emergency responders for their quick response. The Secret Service, represented by Anthony Guglielmi, confirmed the incident and said the investigation is ongoing and Trump is safe.

Both President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris condemned the violence, expressed relief that Trump was not seriously injured, and prayed for all those affected. Biden called for national unity against this violence, while Harris stressed the need to condemn this heinous act to prevent further incidents.

Former President Barack Obama also condemned the incident, stressed the importance of decency and respect in politics and wished Trump a speedy recovery.