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FBI Releases Documents on Attempted Attack on Former President Trump
The FBI released documents detailing the attempted assassination of former President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. One rally attendee told investigators the alleged attacker, Thomas Crooks, made 'hateful comments' about Trump before the incident.
09/27/2026 · Pennsylvania edition
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Why it matters locally: The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump occurred in Butler, Pennsylvania, directly impacting the local community where the event took place.
WASHINGTON D.C. — The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) released new documents providing additional information regarding the 2022 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. The documents include an account from a rally attendee who spoke with FBI investigators. This individual stated that Thomas Crooks, identified as the attempted assassin, made "hateful comments" about Trump prior to the attack. NBC News' Stephanie Gosk reported on the release of these FBI documents.Related Topics
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