Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents at a campaign rally. AP
Biden confirmed that investigations into the attempted assassination of Trump have begun, noting that "security agencies are working diligently to ensure those responsible for this cowardly act are held accountable."
Local and federal authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into the incident, focusing efforts on identifying the shooter and their motives.
Police sources have indicated that the incident is being treated as a potential assassination attempt, and security measures around former President Trump and his campaign team have been enhanced.
Former President Barack Obama commented on the incident, saying: "There is no place for political violence in our country. We must all work together to ensure the democratic process is safe and peaceful."
Obama added that such acts threaten the foundation of American democracy and increase political tensions in the country.
"This incident represents a serious escalation in the use of political violence. Political leaders from both parties must firmly condemn this act and work to calm the atmosphere," political analyst Jonathan Karl from ABC News stated.
"The incident highlights the urgent need to strengthen security at election rallies. It is important that every American feels safe when exercising their democratic rights," political analyst Ana Navarro from CNN noted.
The incident reflects growing tensions in the American political landscape, underscoring the need to intensify efforts to ensure the safety of all participants in the electoral process and reject violence in all its forms.
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