Attempted Assassination of Former President Donald Trump

The FBI has conducted nearly 1,000 interviews regarding the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. The suspected shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, had extensively planned the attack but no clear motive has been established. Crooks engaged in online searches related to Trump, Biden, and bomb-making prior to the attack. The FBI found an improvised explosive device in Crooks' vehicle, with components purchased legally and readily available online.

Security lapses in the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump

President Joe Biden’s Secret Service chief Kimberly Cheatle claimed that the building from which shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks shot former President Donald Trump was outside the perimeter that needed to be secured, despite being less than 500 feet away from Trump. Cheatle faced questions about security lapses and the use of drones during the assassination attempt.

Clarification on Thomas Matthew Crooks and Bethel Park School District Statement

Bethel Park School District clarified misconceptions about Thomas Matthew Crooks, the shooter behind the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, including him being bullied or part of the school's rifle team.

Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump

Former classmate reveals details about the 'smug' attitude and alarming past of would-be Trump assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks. FBI reaches out for information on the shooter's social circle and political views. Crooks climbed onto a building during Trump's rally and opened fire, killing one and injuring others before being neutralized by Secret Service counter-snipers.

Thomas Matthew Crooks' Political Views

A Hispanic ex-classmate of shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks said he insinuated he was stupid for supporting former President Donald Trump. Crooks was known to dislike all politicians and was described as a know-it-all in politics.

Former Classmate's Perspective on Thomas Matthew Crooks

Former classmate of Thomas Matthew Crooks, would-be assassin of former President Trump, describes him as quiet with a small friend group, not revealing his political affiliation in school. Crooks graduated with honors and was a good student.

Shooting at Trump Rally in Butler, Pennsylvania

Former President Trump was injured at a Pennsylvania hospital following a shooting at a rally in Butler. The shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, teased the attack online before opening fire. Crooks had written a threatening message on the gaming platform 'Steam' days before the attempted assassination.

Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump

An assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump was narrowly averted, highlighting serious security lapses. The would-be shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, managed to fire multiple shots before being killed by law enforcement.

Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump

Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old gunman, was captured in video lurking near Donald Trump's rally stage before shooting Trump through the ear. The security failure led to the attempt on Trump's life and the death of a local firefighter. Crooks had suspicious behavior but was not stopped. He acted alone with no clear ideological motive. Investigators are treating it as a potential act of domestic terrorism. Crooks had a clean background and did not express political views at work.

Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump

Thomas Matthew Crooks attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler County, Pennsylvania. He extensively planned the attack, scouted the location, and brought weapons and explosives.

Assassination Attempt on Former President Trump

Former President Trump's would-be assassin attempted to shoot him at a rally in Pennsylvania, resulting in the death of a firefighter and injuries to two others. The assassin, Thomas Matthew Crooks, was shot dead by Secret Service agents.

Bill Maher's response to the assassination attempt on Donald Trump

Bill Maher denounces the assassination attempt on former President Trump but highlights the damage done to the political Left. The shooter is identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks.

Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump

Details are emerging about Thomas Matthew Crooks, the alleged shooter who tried to assassinate Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Butler, Pa.

Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump at Pennsylvania Rally

Former President Trump was shot at a rally in Pennsylvania, initially reported as a fall by CNN, causing backlash. The assassination attempt was confirmed, with the shooter identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks. One attendee was killed, and FBI is leading the investigation.

Failed Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump

20-year-old Pennsylvania man tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump, but was a bad shot and missed his targets. He got rejected from his high school shooting club for being a poor marksman.

Presidential Address After Assassination Attempt

President Joe Biden addressed the nation following an attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, urging unity and caution. The alleged gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, motives are still unknown.

Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump

Former President Donald Trump was targeted in an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. One person was killed and Trump was injured. The alleged gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, was shot and killed by the Secret Service.

Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump

A local law enforcement officer encountered the shooter before he opened fire on former President Trump during a rally in Pennsylvania. The shooter was identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. Trump was shot in the right ear.

Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump by Thomas Matthew Crooks

A 20-year-old man attempted to assassinate Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania, but was killed by the Secret Service. Former classmates described him as a bullied loner with a penchant for hunting outfits and video games.

Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump

President Joe Biden is criticized for calling Donald Trump a 'genuine threat to this nation' shortly before an assassination attempt was made on Trump at a campaign rally. The attempt was carried out by a gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, who was neutralized by the Secret Service.

Shooting of Former President Donald Trump

Thomas Matthew Crooks allegedly shot at and injured former President Donald Trump at a political rally in Butler, Pa., before being killed by Secret Service agents. The shooter's family home is in Bethel Park, Pa. Crooks was a 20-year-old registered Republican who had donated to a Democratic-allied organization in 2021. Investigators are still determining the motive behind the attack.

Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump

Former Pennsylvania fire chief Corey Comperatore was shot and killed while shielding his daughter during an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania. The shooter, identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, was killed by the Secret Service.

Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump

Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, identified as shooter in apparent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump at campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Crooks opened fire before being killed by Secret Service. He had explosives in his car found near the scene. Investigation ongoing to determine motive.

Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump

Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old would-be assassin, shot and killed by Secret Service after opening fire on Donald Trump during a rally in Pennsylvania. Trump survived with injuries. Motive for the attack still under investigation.

Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump

President Joe Biden's social media post calling former President Donald Trump a “dictator” was published minutes before 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks attempted to assassinate Trump during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.

Assassination Attempt at Former President Trump's Pennsylvania Rally

Former President Trump survives assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania, with Secret Service agents responding to a gunman on a nearby roof. The shooter was identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, resulting in at least one fatality and two critical injuries among attendees.

Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump

Former President Donald Trump was injured in an assassination attempt at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Shots were fired, and a bullet struck Trump's upper right ear. The shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, was shot dead by law enforcement. Explosive devices were found in the shooter's car. Trump defiantly raised his fist after the incident. The FBI is conducting an ongoing investigation.