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Two people opened fire on each other outside the Florida golf club of Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump. Trump was not in any danger in this incident and he is safe.
US President Joe Biden expressed concern over this incident. He said in a statement, I have been informed of this incident by my team. A suspect is in custody. I appreciate the work of the Secret Service and its law enforcement partners, for their vigilance and their efforts to keep the former president and those around him safe.
There is no place for political violence in the country: Joe Biden
President Biden further said that as I have said many times, there is no place for political violence or violence of any kind in our country, and I have directed my team to ensure that the Secret Service has all the resources, capabilities, and protective measures necessary to ensure the continued safety of the former President.
I'm glad she's safe: Kamala Harris
Vice President Kamala Harris also expressed concern over the shooting incident. Democratic Party's presidential candidate Kamala Harris said that she has been "informed about reports of shooting near former President Trump and his property in Florida. I am glad he is safe." Ms. Harris said, "There is no place for violence in America."
FBI is investigating
According to news agency AP, the US Secret Service said that the incident took place before 2 pm and it is investigating it. Earlier, Trump's campaign team had said that he was safe in the firing that took place nearby and did not give any details of the incident.
Trump returned to Florida from a West Coast tour over the weekend; he attended a rally in Las Vegas and a fundraiser in Utah on Friday night. The FBI has begun investigating the incident.
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