Former President Trump faced what could have been a fatal incident this past weekend at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Recounting the harrowing experience, Trump expressed his astonishment at surviving, labeling the event as nothing short of miraculous.
Miraculous Escape
Speaking with the New York Post, Trump described the attempt on his life as “a very surreal experience,” one that could have ended fatally as he gears up for the upcoming Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. “The doctor at the hospital said he never saw anything like this, he called it a miracle,” Trump shared with the outlet.
“I’m not supposed to be here, I’m supposed to be dead,” he added poignantly.
A Test of Resolve and Quick Reflexes
The chaos of the moment was captured partially when Trump, amid being whisked away for his safety, insisted on retrieving his footwear, “Wait, I want to get my shoes.” He explained the intensity of the situation, saying,
“The agents hit me so hard that my shoes fell off, and my shoes are tight.”
Secret Service’s Decisive Action
In a testament to their efficiency and training, the Secret Service responded promptly, neutralizing the threat with precision. “They took him out with one shot right between the eyes,” Trump recounted. “They did a fantastic job. It’s surreal for all of us.”
Iconic Despite the Odds
Further reflecting on the incident, Trump highlighted a particular moment that was captured and has since been heralded as emblematic of defiance.
He described a photo of him raising his fist and shouting “Fight” three times as he was being led to safety. “A lot of people say it’s the most iconic photo they’ve ever seen,” he told the NYP.
“They’re right and I didn’t die. Usually, you have to die to have an iconic picture.”
With the rally behind him and his safety ensured, Trump is scheduled to address the crowd at the RNC on Thursday evening, where he will likely delve deeper into the incident and its implications.
