A new book is shedding light on the attempted assassination of Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, last year. Journalist Salena Zito, who was present at the scene, recounts the harrowing experience in her book, "Butler: The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America's Heartland."
The book details the events of July 13, 2024, when 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks opened fire on the crowd while Trump was delivering a speech. Zito recalls her immediate reaction: "There was this inner voice that told me, ‘You have a job to do, continue doing it.’" She remained in place, witnessing the Secret Service's swift response as they surrounded Trump.
Trump's Reaction and Aftermath
According to excerpts from another book, "2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America," Trump was bleeding profusely after the attack. Aides reportedly believed he had been shot multiple times due to the amount of blood. "It was bleeding like a b****," Trump allegedly told the authors. "They thought I had four or five bullets in me because there was so much blood."
Political Implications
Beyond the immediate drama of the assassination attempt, Zito's book also explores the political landscape and how Trump has managed to connect with working-class voters. It highlights the shift in voting patterns, with Trump making significant gains among Latino, Catholic, and Jewish voters. The book suggests that the Democratic party is struggling to maintain its traditional base and needs to re-evaluate its approach to these key demographics.
- The book explores the political shifts in America's heartland.
- Details Trump's near-death experience.
- Examines the Democrats' struggle to connect with working-class voters.