Gunman Lurks for Hours Before Trump’s Unscheduled Golf Game in Florida
A gunman hid in the bushes for nearly 12 hours before former President Donald Trump played an impromptu round of golf at his oceanfront club in Florida. The incident, which occurred over the weekend, left locals shocked as authorities revealed that this appears to be the second attempt to assassinate Trump in the past two months.
Shots Fired Near Trump’s Golf Course
Trump, who was unharmed and quickly evacuated by his security detail, recounted hearing “probably four or five” gunshots in the near distance. Federal investigators reported that the suspect was approximately 300 to 500 yards away and did not have a clear line of sight to the former president.
Secret Service Agent Responds Quickly to Gunman
A Secret Service agent, acting quickly, fired in the direction of the gunman. The agent’s decisive actions helped secure the situation, though the suspect did not pose an immediate direct threat to Trump due to the distance and lack of visibility.
Trump’s Recollection of the Event
Trump praised the swift response of the Secret Service, stating, “Secret Service knew immediately it was bullets, and they grabbed me.” The former president was safely evacuated without injury, and investigations into the suspect’s motives are ongoing.
Second Assassination Attempt in Two Months
This is the second reported attempt on Trump’s life in as many months, prompting concerns about his safety during public appearances. Federal authorities are investigating whether the two incidents are connected and reviewing security measures surrounding the former president.
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