Trump, 78, was holding a rally in Butler, Penn. when a sniper unloaded up to eight rounds, leaving the former president bloodied up at his ear, killing at least one spectator and injuring two others.
“Thank you to everyone for your thoughts and prayers yesterday, as it was God alone who prevented the unthinkable from happening. We will FEAR NOT, but instead remain resilient in our Faith and Defiant in the face of Wickedness,” Trump posted on Truth Social.
“In this moment, it is more important than ever that we stand United, and show our True Character as Americans, remaining Strong and Determined, and not allowing Evil to Win. I truly love our Country.”
Trump stressed that “our love goes out to the other victims and their families.” His team has set up a fundraiser for the victims.
A suspect has been identified as 20-year-old Pennsylvania Thomas Matthew Crooks, who was neutralized by Secret Service, according to law enforcement.
The 78-year-old former president also stressed that he still intends to participate in the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee that will take place Monday through Thursday.