Former President Donald Trump is set to hold a high-profile rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, marking his return to the site of a July 13 rally that erupted in chaos when a gunman attempted to assassinate him. One crowd member, Corey Comperatore, was tragically killed during the attack, and security has since been significantly tightened for this event.
With just four weeks until the Nov. 5 election, Trump’s campaign is working to generate enthusiasm in this key swing state, where Elon Musk and running mate JD Vance will be part of the event. The rally is a critical moment for Trump as he faces a new opponent in Vice President Kamala Harris, who has been steadily gaining ground since President Joe Biden dropped out of the race over the summer.
- Elon Musk will attend after officially endorsing Trump following the July assassination attempt, marking a notable shift in their relationship.
- Trump’s running mate, Sen. JD Vance, will deliver an opening speech at the rally.
- The family of Corey Comperatore, who was killed during the July rally, is expected to attend.
- The Secret Service has heightened security measures following the July incident and another attempted attack on Trump in September.
With early voting underway, Trump’s rally in Butler is shaping up to be a defining moment in the 2024 presidential race as he works to solidify his base amid growing momentum for Harris.
