Gov. Andy Beshear posted to X that, "Britainy and I are praying for the safety and health of the former president," adding, "Violence is never the answer. Never."
Sen. Mitch McConnell said in a statement that all Americans are "grateful" Trump appears to be fine after a "despicable attack on a peaceful rally." McConnell echoed others in thanking the Secret Service and reiterating that violence has "no place in our politics."
Sen. Rand Paul, however, criticized Democrats for comparing Trump to Hitler and describing him as a "threat to democracy," suggesting it's no surprise that "someone felt justified in trying to murder him."
Donald Trump’s campaign says he is “fine” after being whisked off the stage at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after what law enforcement officials are treating as an apparent assassination attempt.
