Ohio politicians speak out after shooting at Trump rally

His campaign posted a statement saying Trump “is fine.”

Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger told the AP that the suspected gunman is dead and at least one rally attendee was killed.

The shooting is now being investigated as an assassination attempt, according to the AP.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine shared a statement on social media about the shooting.

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“Fran and I are praying for President Trump, his family, and our country,” DeWine said.

Senator JD Vance (R-OH) posted on social media moments after the shooting occurred.

“Everyone join me in praying for our President Trump and everyone at that rally. I hope everyone is ok,” Vance said.

U.S. Representative Mike Turner also shared a statement on social media minutes after the shooting occurred.

“As the situation unfolds in Butler, Pennsylvania, I urge everyone to join me in praying for President Trump and our country,” Turner said.

Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) shared a statement on social media.

“Connie and I are relieved that President Trump is safe, and are praying for the health and safety of all those attending the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania tonight, and for our country. We’re grateful to the law enforcement who responded immediately. Political violence is completely unacceptable and has no place in our democracy,” Brown said.

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State Senator Niraj Antani (R-Miamisburg) also released a statement shortly after the shooting occurred.

“My prayers are with President Trump and his family, and I’m relieved that the campaign has said he is doing fine and being treated. I also pray for all those at the rally and hope that all the patriots attending the rally are okay. I strongly condemn the shooter. Joe Biden has used horrible rhetoric to vilify President Trump, and this attack is a direct result of Biden’s unacceptable words. The illegal lawfare that Biden has conducted against President Trump must stop. Biden must apologize for his attacks on President Trump,” Antani said.

Democracy Defense Project (DDP) Ohio Board Members J. Kenneth Blackwell and Zack Space released the following statements.

“I’m deeply disturbed by this senseless violence, and I pray for President Trump and the victims. Our country has been tested before, and I believe America will overcome this terrible tragedy. I’m fully committed to doing everything in my power to ensure voters feel safe supporting the candidate of their choosing and our strong, secure electoral process will continue forward despite today’s horrific events,” Blackwell said.

“I’m sickened by the violence in Pennsylvania and have the former president and the victims in my thoughts. No matter our political beliefs, we must never turn to violence to resolve our differences; that’s what the ballot box is for. It’s time for our country to dial back the dangerous rhetoric and come together to preserve the sacred democratic institutions that make our country so great,” Space said.

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Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost shared a statement on the social media platform X.

“Gunfire at the Pennsylvania Trump rally. He appears OK. Prayers for DJT, his family, for our country,” Yost said.

Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted shared the following statement.

“Our prayers are with President Trump and everyone at the rally in Pennsylvania this afternoon. Thanks to those in law enforcement who responded so quickly,” Husted said.

Ohio Auditor of State Keith Faber also shared a statement on social media.

“Praying that President Trump and everyone at his rally in PA is safe,” Faber said.

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose shared the following statement.

“Praying for President Trump, his family and everyone at the rally. We pray that everyone is ok as more details come in,” LaRose said.

Ohio Treasurer of State Robert Sprague also shared a statement on social media.

“Donald Trump has put his fortune, his freedom, and now his life on the line for the American people. Please pray for his safety,” Sprague said.

Several House Representatives in both political parties shared statements to the social media platform X following the shooting.

Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH): “Please, every American, pray for President Trump and for our troubled nation.”

Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-OH): “Violence of any kind is unacceptable. We cannot allow it in our political discourse or our democracy. I was pleased that law enforcement responded quickly. My thoughts are with all impacted by this incident and I wish former President Trump a quick recovery.”

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH): “God bless President Trump. Pray for his safety.”

Rep. Bob Latta (R-OH): “Marcia and I are praying for President Donald Trump after the attack on him at his rally this evening.”

Rep. Max Miller (R-OH): “Everyone please join me in praying for President Trump and the Trump family. I’m relieved to hear that President Trump is OK. I’m praying for his speedy recovery. Thanks to law enforcement and first responders for their quick response.”

Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH): “First, prayers for the health of former President Trump, his family, associates, and others in Butler, PA tonight. Much gratitude is owed to law enforcement for its rapid response. Political violence in any form has no place in America.”

Rep. Shontel Brown (D-OH): “What happened tonight is absolutely horrifying. My prayers are with former President Trump and all those in Butler. Political violence is absolutely unacceptable – it’s an attack on our democracy itself. This is a terrible moment for our country and we must rise above it.”

Rep. Troy Balderson (R-OH): “Glad to hear President Trump is safe. Please pray for all victims involved and their families. Thank you to the Secret Service and law enforcement for your quick and fearless response.”

Rep. Emilia Sykes (D-OH): “Political violence is never acceptable. And is never justified under any circumstance. My thoughts and prayers are with all who were at the rally and my gratitude goes out to the Secret Service for their swift and decisive action.”

Rep. Dave Joyce (R-OH): “I am absolutely horrified at the attack on President Trump today. This act of violence is an attack on our democracy and those responsible must be held accountable. My prayers are with the President, his family and America.”

Rep. Mike Carey (R-OH): “Closely monitoring this situation as it develops and praying for President Trump.”

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