Ohio politicians react after apparent assassination attempt of former Pres. Trump

OHIO — Several political leaders in Ohio have spoken out after shots were fired in the vicinity of former President Donald Trump at his Florida golf club Sunday afternoon.

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is calling the incident an apparent attempted assassination, according to the AP.

Authorities say the suspect pointed a rifle with a scope into Trump’s golf club.

According to the AP, Secret Service agents shot at the suspect, who was later arrested after leaving the scene.

Dayton Congressman Mike Turner said he is “grateful to hear that President Trump is safe.”

Trump’s running mate, Republican vice presidential nominee and U.S. Senator JD Vance said he spoke to Trump after the incident.

U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown said he is glad to hear that Trump is safe.

Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted wrote on his personal account on X that Americans should not settle political disagreements with violence.

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose posted to social media saying, “Let’s pray for his ongoing protection.”

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost said he is “horrified” to learn about the second assassination attempt against Trump.

Ohio Senator Niraj Antani (R-Miamisburg) said he is “very thankful President Trump is safe and okay.”

Ohio Auditor of State Keith Faber posted on social media saying “political violence is never the answer.”

The Ohio Republican Party posted a statement on X from chairman Alex Triantafilou and also said, “Ohio stands with President Trump.”

“In what is an unprecedented moment in American history, another assassin has attempted to kill the Republican nominee for President of the United States.

“This is the dark point in presidential electoral politics that our nation has ever witnessed. My family is AGAIN praying for President Trump and for the safety and security of all involved. The hateful rhetoric aimed at this president MUST end.

“Enough is Enough!”

Cincinnati Congressman Greg Landsman also wrote on social media and condemned the assassination attempt on former President Trump.

News Center 7 will continue to follow this story and provide updates.

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