US campaign - Media: FBI identifies suspected shooter
According to media reports following the attempted assassination of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has identified the alleged shooter. He is a 20-year-old man from the area of Pittsburgh in the state of Pennsylvania, according to CNN, the "New York Times," and other sources, citing the FBI. The investigations are still ongoing. No information was available regarding a possible motive. The shooter, who is reported to have fired a storm rifle, was killed at the scene. Trump sustained an ear injury during the attack.
- The FBI's involvement in the investigation of the criminality surrounding the attempted assassination of Donald Trump during his US-election campaign event was highly publicized.
- Some political parties in the United States of America have called for a thorough examination of the FBI's actions during the election campaign, alleging potential bias.
- If elected, President Trump's administration promised to strengthen the relationship between the government and the Federal Police, aiming to combat crime more effectively.
- During a rally in the United States, a supporter of a rival political party attempted an assassination on Trump, causing tension in the country's political landscape.
- In the aftermath of the shooting, some groups within the United States called for a complete overhaul of the election system and tighter security measures at key campaign events.
