Trump Rally Shooting Victim Speaks Out: 'Unwavering Support' for Trump
- July 19, 2024 03:04am
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James Copenhaver, who was wounded in the assassination attempt on former President Trump, has expressed his unwavering support for Trump and extended his condolences to the victims.
74-year-old James Copenhaver, who was critically wounded in the assassination attempt on former President Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has released a statement for the first time since the attack.
In an exclusive statement to Fox News, Copenhaver expressed his unwavering support for Trump and offered his condolences to the family of Corey Comperatore, who was killed in the shooting.
Trump Rally Shooting Victim Speaks Out: 'Unwavering Support' for Trump
"We extend our most heartfelt condolences to the family of Corey Comperatore," Copenhaver said. "We also continue to offer our thoughts and prayers for the full and speedy recovery of Mr. David Dutch and for the full recovery of President Donald Trump."
Copenhaver also thanked the first responders, medics, and hospital staff who have provided him with medical care.
Trump Rally Shooting Victim Speaks Out: 'Unwavering Support' for Trump
"Jim would like to especially thank the first responders, medics, and hospital staff who have provided him with initial and continuing care," the family said.
Copenhaver is currently in stable condition and continues to recover in the hospital.
Trump Rally Shooting Victim Speaks Out: 'Unwavering Support' for Trump
"Recovery will be slow, but steady. I hope to get back onto my Harley Davidson someday and go for a ride with my best friend Randy, who attended the rally with me that day and was the first person to care for me after being shot," Copenhaver said.
Former President Trump called Copenhaver's family on Thursday afternoon to express his support and well wishes.
Trump Rally Shooting Victim Speaks Out: 'Unwavering Support' for Trump
"They were shocked by just how humble he was," Feldman said of Copenhaver's relatives.
The family found the former president to be "very pleasant" and "respectful" over the phone.
Trump Rally Shooting Victim Speaks Out: 'Unwavering Support' for Trump
Meanwhile, memorial services for Comperatore began on Thursday.
"Corey Comperatore was our beloved father and husband, and a friend to so many throughout the Butler region. He was a local leader and veteran, a former fire chief, and a committed Christian who found peace and joy through our church. He loved and cared for us, his family," his family said in a statement.
Federal authorities are still working to determine the motive behind shooter Thomas Crooks' assassination attempt on Trump.
Federal authorities are asking anyone with information about the incident to send tips to FBI.gov/butler or call 1-800-CALL-FBI.
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