The White House is currently in a state of shock following the shooting incident that occurred at former President Donald Trump's rally on Saturday afternoon. A senior administration official described the mood as 'horrible' and emphasized the need for a responsive and serious approach by authorities in handling the situation. The official expressed deep concern, stating that such acts of violence should never occur and are simply unconscionable.
President Joe Biden, speaking from Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, strongly condemned political violence in response to the incident. He emphasized that there is no place for such violence in America and stressed the importance of unity in the country. Biden expressed his dismay at the situation, labeling it as sick and underscoring the urgent need to address and prevent such occurrences in the future.
Biden also mentioned his attempts to reach out to former President Trump following the shooting. The President's remarks highlighted the gravity of the situation and the necessity for a united front against violence and discord in the nation.
Shortly after the shooting, Biden campaign officials made the decision to halt outbound communications and pull television ads. This swift response underscored the seriousness with which the incident was being treated and reflected a commitment to ensuring that the situation was handled with the utmost care and attention.
