Belize Condemns Assassination Attempt on Trump 

The government of Belize has issued a firm condemnation of the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump.

The statement read, “Belize categorically condemns the assassination attempt on former President @realDonaldTrump. We underscore the importance of free and fair elections as a fundamental principle of democracy. This encompasses the protection of the lives of all political candidates.”

President Joe Biden, in a rare Oval Office address, condemned the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump and urged Americans to “lower the temperature in our politics.” Biden had previously ordered an independent review of security measures at the rally where Trump survived the shooting.

Trump, who sustained a gunshot wound to the ear, was quickly escorted off stage with visible blood on his face for safety. The assailant and an audience member were fatally wounded, while two injured attendees are now in stable condition, according to law enforcement. Here’s how the assassination attempt unfolded.

The FBI has identified the shooter as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, asserting that Crooks acted alone. The agency continues to investigate his background, including efforts to access his phone.

The Secret Service is now facing scrutiny, with calls for congressional inquiries into its handling of security during the rally.