Residents of Butler, Pennsylvania, reflect on the one-year anniversary of the July 13, 2024, shooting at a Donald Trump rally, where gunman Thomas Mathew Crooks opened fire, grazing Trump and killing firefighter Corey Comperatore. The community expresses sadness that their peaceful town is now associated with the attack but also pride in their unity and support for the Comperatore family and Trump. The incident significantly impacted Trump's re-election, with supporters believing he was spared by God.
The 'tough cookies' of Butler, Pa., remain united, hopeful one year after Trump rally shooting
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Residents of Butler, Pennsylvania, reflect on the one-year anniversary of the July 13, 2024, shooting at a Donald Trump rally, where gunman Thomas Mathew Crooks opened fire, grazing Trump and killing firefighter Corey Comperatore. The community expresses sadness that their peaceful town is now associated with the attack but also pride in their unity and support for the Comperatore family and Trump. The incident significantly impacted Trump's re-election, with supporters believing he was spared by God.
Trending- 1 July 13, 2024: Thomas Mathew Crooks opens fire at Trump rally in Butler, PA, grazing Trump and killing Corey Comperatore
- 2 Months after shooting: Republicans rally behind Trump, leading to his re-election
- 3 July 13, 2025: Butler community marks one-year anniversary of the shooting
- Donald Trump's re-election (attributed by supporters to being spared)
- Loss of life (Corey Comperatore)
- Butler's image changed from a peaceful farm community to the site of an assassination attempt
- Community unified to support affected families
- Butler Farm Show restricts media filming on its property
What: The community of Butler, Pennsylvania, reflected on the one-year anniversary of a shooting at a Donald Trump rally that resulted in one death and injured Trump.
When: July 13, 2025 (one-year anniversary); the shooting occurred on July 13, 2024.
Where: Butler, Pennsylvania, United States, specifically at the local farm showgrounds.
Why: To commemorate the one-year anniversary of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump and the death of Corey Comperatore, and to reflect on the community's response and the event's impact on their town and national politics.
How: Residents, local officials, and rally attendees shared their experiences and feelings, highlighting the community's unity and support for those affected, and discussing the lasting impact of the event.