Former President Donald Trump recently shared that he narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania by swiftly turning his head at the right moment.
During an interview with the Washington Examiner, Trump described the incident as a stroke of luck, stating, “If I only half-turn, it hits the back of the brain. The other way goes right through [the skull]. The chances of my making a perfect turn are probably one tenth of one percent, so I’m not supposed to be here.”
Trump recounted how he felt the effects of the bullet grazing his ear during the rally, prompting a momentary pause in the event as security rushed in to protect him.
Reflecting on the close call, Trump emphasized the precision of his head movement: “That I would turn exactly at that second, where he [the gunman] wouldn’t stop the shot is pretty amazing,” he remarked. “Pretty amazing. I’m really not supposed to be here.”
In a conversation with former White House physician Dr. Ronny Jackson, Trump mentioned the life-saving role of a slight head tilt towards a presentation, believed to have redirected the trajectory of the bullet.
I spoke to OUR President last night. He is doing well and as STRONG AS EVER. Thank God he is ok! If you ever wondered, your questions have been answered last night, he IS the WARRIOR this country MUST have to survive. God Bless Trump and God bless the USA!!
— Ronny Jackson (@RonnyJacksonTX) July 14, 2024
Updates on social media, such as a tweet from CatholicVote, have highlighted the split-second decision that potentially saved Trump’s life with a last-minute head tilt.
Further discussions with Dr. Jackson underscored the stark reality of the situation, with Trump expressing gratitude for narrowly avoiding a fatal injury.
Trump received medical attention at Bethel Memorial Hospital for his injuries before being discharged the same day, still intending to attend the upcoming Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
As investigations continue into the incident, support has surged for the victims and their families affected by the attack, with over $3.36 million raised in less than 24 hours in various crowdfunding efforts.