FBI says Trump was indeed struck by bullet during assassination attempt

After FBI Director Christopher Wray told Congress in July 2024 that there was some question whether a bullet or shrapnel hit Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally, the FBI confirmed that a bullet from the gunman's rifle struck his ear.

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  1. Jul 25, 2024FBI director questions whether Trump was hit by bullet or shrapnel in shooting
  2. Jul 26, 2024FBI says Trump was indeed struck by bullet during assassination attempt

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Wyoming Public MediaLean Left· 794d ago

Nearly 2 weeks after attempted assassination, FBI confirms Trump was hit by a bullet

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Nearly 2 weeks after attempted assassination, FBI confirms Trump was hit by a bullet

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NBC NewsLean Left· 794d ago· ran in 3 outlets

FBI confirms that a bullet struck Trump's ear during assassination attempt

The New RepublicLeft· 796d ago

FBI Director Not Convinced Trump Is Telling the Truth on Bullet Injury

SalonLeft· 796d ago

FBI: Unclear whether Trump was shot or struck by shrapnel

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Ran by 7 outlets· NBC 6 South Florida, NBC10 Philadelphia, +5 more
NBC 6 South FloridaLean Left· 794d ago

FBI confirms that a bullet struck Trump's ear during assassination attempt

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New York PostLean Right· 794d ago

FBI confirms Trump hit by would-be assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks’ bullet after bureau director’s ‘shrapnel’ suggestion

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Washington TimesLean Right· 794d ago

FBI acknowledges Trump was hit by a bullet in assassination attempt

Legal InsurrectionRight· 794d ago

After FBI Dir. Wray Fueled BlueAnon Claims Trump Was Not Shot, FBI Admits He Was Struck by Bullet

Breitbart NewsRight· 794d ago

FBI Confirms Trump 'Struck' by 'Bullet' at Rally After Doubts from Director

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The GuardianLean Left· 796d ago

FBI director questions whether Trump was hit by bullet or shrapnel in shooting

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