Trump Honors Corey Comperatore, Firefighter Killed in Assassination Attempt

During the Republican National Convention, former President Trump paid tribute to Corey Comperatore, a firefighter killed while protecting his family from a gunman targeting Trump at a Pennsylvania rally.

As he formally accepted the Republican nomination for president, former President Donald Trump honored Corey Comperatore, a firefighter who lost his life while shielding his wife and daughters from an assassination attempt. In a poignant moment during the Republican National Convention (RNC), Trump remembered Comperatore's heroic act, asking for a moment of silence while the firefighter's turnout coat and helmet rested on the stage beside him.

"Tragically, the shooter claimed the life of one of our fellow Americans, Corey Comperatore, and seriously wounded two other great warriors... David Dutch and James Copenhaver," Trump said. "I spoke to all three families of these tremendous people—our love and prayers are with them, and always will be."

Trump Honors Corey Comperatore, Firefighter Killed in Assassination Attempt

Comperatore, a 50-year-old resident of Sarver, Pennsylvania, served as a fire chief for the Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Company. On the day of the assassination attempt, he was attending a Trump rally with his wife Helen and their two daughters when a gunman opened fire.

Without hesitation, Comperatore shielded his family from the incoming bullets, sustaining fatal injuries. His selfless act earned him the admiration of the nation, including Trump, who described him as "a highly respected former fire chief" and "a fine man."

Trump Honors Corey Comperatore, Firefighter Killed in Assassination Attempt

"There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for others," Trump said, adding that Comperatore's actions personified the American spirit. "This is the spirit that forged America in her darkest hours, and this is the love that will lead America back to the summit of human achievement and greatness."

Before sending Comperatore's turnout gear to Milwaukee to join Trump onstage, the Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Company honored him by hanging his coat and helmet outside the building. In a touching display of gratitude, the firefighters adorned the turnout coat with Comperatore's badge and the words "Fallen Hero."

Trump Honors Corey Comperatore, Firefighter Killed in Assassination Attempt

Comperatore's sacrifice resonated deeply with the crowd at the RNC, who gave him a thunderous standing ovation. His bravery and selflessness served as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who serve their communities, both as firefighters and as protectors of the nation.

As Trump officially accepted the Republican nomination, Comperatore's memory remained a poignant reminder of the importance of unity and the indomitable spirit of the American people. His name will forever be etched in the annals of heroism, inspiring future generations with his unwavering courage and unwavering love for his family.

Trump Honors Corey Comperatore, Firefighter Killed in Assassination Attempt