Minnesota politicians react to fatal shooting at Trump rally: "Violence has no place in American politics"
MINNEAPOLIS — Political leaders across Minnesota are speaking out after hearing about the fatal shooting at former President Donald Trump's rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday.
Trump was rushed off the stage, with blood visible on his face, after shots were fired at a rally in Pennsylvania. CBS News has confirmed that the former president is safe and that protective security measures have been implemented.
The district attorney from Butler County confirmed to CBS Pittsburgh station KDKA that two people are dead — the gunman and an audience member.
President Biden held a brief press conference addressing the shooting in the early evening. He said he hasn't spoke to Trump yet, but called the shooting "sick" and that "there is no place for this kind of violence in America." He said he doesn't know enough yet if this was an assassination attempt.
Reactions from Minnesota leaders
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said in a statement on X "violence has no place in American politics. Praying for the safety of former President Trump and everyone at his rally in Pennsylvania."
U.S. House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, a Republican from Minnesota, said he is praying for Trump and all the attendees at the fair.
"President Trump is a proven warrior who has overcome adversity time and time again. He will rise above this horrifying situation stronger than ever," Emmer said.
U.S. Sen. Tina Smith echoed the governor's comments in saying "violence has absolutely no place in our politics."
Minnesota DFL Chair Ken Martin said in a statement "We are glad that President Trump is safe. Violence has no place in our politics and the Minnesota DFL unequivocally condemns this appalling and horrific act."
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We will continue to update as we hear more. This is a developing story.
