The FBI is actively seeking to interview former President Donald Trump as part of its investigation into the recent assassination attempt on him at a Pennsylvania rally. According to a US official, obtaining a victim statement from Trump is a standard procedure since he is considered a crime victim in this case.
The FBI confirmed on Thursday that they are still analyzing bullet fragments and other evidence related to the attack on Trump. The agency has consistently treated the incident as an attempted assassination of the former president.
During a recent testimony on Capitol Hill, FBI Director Christopher Wray mentioned that there is some uncertainty regarding whether Trump was hit by a bullet or shrapnel during the attack. This detail has sparked political controversy, with Trump himself claiming he 'took a bullet for democracy' and his campaign dismissing any alternative theories.
Further revelations about the would-be assassin emerged during the House Judiciary hearing, where Wray disclosed that the perpetrator had researched details of the John F. Kennedy shooting and flown a drone near the rally location just hours before Trump's appearance.
Despite differing opinions on the nature of the projectile involved in the attack, Wray received bipartisan praise for shedding light on the investigation. This positive reception contrasted with the recent resignation of Secret Service director Kimberly Cheatle, who faced criticism from both Democrats and Republicans for obstructing the investigation.
When questioned about the proximity of the 'assassin's bullet' to Trump, Wray indicated that it either grazed his ear or was shrapnel that came very close to causing serious harm to the former president.
