The FBI reported that a shooting near the former US president that of Donald Trump golf course in West Palm Beach, Floridaseems to be a assassination attempt. Trump, who is currently a Republican presidential candidateplayed golf near his home Mar-a-Lago residence when shots were fired nearby.
In a statement, Trump campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung confirmed that the former president is safe but provided no additional details.
Although some reports suggest the shooting may have stemmed from an argument between two individuals near the golf course, concerns about Trump’s safety have increased, particularly after an earlier incident two months ago in which Trump was injured ear when a gunman opened fire during a rally in Pennsylvania.
Following this shooting in Pennsylvania, the US Secret Servicecharged with protecting high-profile figures, has come under scrutiny, leading to the resignation of the agency’s director and the placing of at least five agents on administrative leave. Further investigations are ongoing.