Secret Service Shoots Armed Man Near Trump’s Golf Course in West Palm Beach
On Sunday, former President Donald Trump was swiftly moved to safety by Secret Service agents after they spotted a man armed with an AK-47 near Trump International Golf Course in West Palm Beach, Florida. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. while Trump was playing on the course. According to law enforcement sources, the man was seen by an advance team several holes ahead of Trump, prompting a Secret Service agent to open fire. Multiple shots were fired, but there are no reports of any injuries.
Details of the Incident
The exact location of the gunman—whether he was on the course itself or nearby—remains unclear. Shortly after the shots were fired, the armed man was apprehended by local police on Interstate 95. The motive behind his actions is currently unknown, and investigations are ongoing. The Secret Service, which faced criticism following a July assassination attempt on Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has stated that it is coordinating with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office to investigate what they termed a “protective incident” involving the former president.
Response from Officials and Public Figures
Trump’s spokesperson, Steven Cheung, confirmed that Trump was safe following the gunfire and noted that no further details were available at the time. Senator Lindsey Graham quickly took to social media platform X to express support for Trump, praising his strength and resolve following the incident. The White House also issued a statement, mentioning that President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris had been briefed and were relieved to hear that Trump was unharmed.
Background and Ongoing Investigation
The West Palm Beach golf course, located about five miles inland from Mar-a-Lago, Trump’s “Winter White House,” was the site of the latest in a series of security threats faced by the former president. Initial reports suggested a possible exchange of gunfire, but later information clarified that only the Secret Service agent fired shots. The agency is actively investigating the situation to determine the circumstances leading to the shooting. CNN had earlier reported that the gunman fired at Trump, but sources indicated that only the Secret Service agent had discharged a weapon.
As this is a developing story, more details are expected to emerge as investigations continue. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and the Secret Service are closely collaborating to ensure all aspects of the incident are thoroughly examined.
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