Donald Trump was injured in an apparent assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024. The former president was struck in the ear by a bullet, resulting in blood on his face as he was quickly escorted off the stage by Secret Service agents. This shocking incident unfolded in front of a crowd, raising concerns about safety and stability as the 2024 presidential election approaches.
The attack resulted in the gunman being shot dead, along with a bystander. Two other spectators were critically injured in the chaos. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with many in attendance expressing fear and confusion as they tried to understand what had just happened.
In the aftermath, the White House released the results of Trump’s physical examination conducted shortly after the incident. The exam took place at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and was led by Captain Sean Barbella. According to the report, Trump is in good health, despite the recent trauma. He is nearly 79 years old, stands 75 inches tall, and weighs 224 pounds. His vital signs, including a resting heart rate of 62 beats per minute and blood pressure of 128/74 mmHg, were reported as normal.
While the examination revealed no significant abnormalities, it did note scarring on Trump’s right ear from the gunshot wound. His hearing was reported to be normal, and other tests showed no concerning issues with his thyroid, lymph nodes, or lungs. A recent CT scan of his chest also showed no abnormalities.
This incident has heightened scrutiny around the safety of political figures, especially as the election season heats up. It also sparked discussions about the health of other candidates, particularly President Joe Biden, whose health has been a topic of speculation throughout his administration. Biden’s physician has confirmed that he has not seen a neurologist outside of his annual physical, but questions about his health continue to linger.
As the nation reflects on the implications of this attack, the focus will likely remain on the safety of candidates and the overall climate of political discourse in the lead-up to the election.