Trump Discusses 'Surreal' Assassination Attempt with Elon Musk Amid Technical Glitches

In an interview with Elon Musk, former President Donald Trump described his reaction to a recent assassination attempt during a campaign rally. The event faced delays due to a cyberattack. Trump discussed the incident's impact and Musk praised Trump's response.

In a revealing conversation with billionaire CEO Elon Musk, former US President Donald Trump shared harrowing details about a recent assassination attempt he faced during a campaign rally. Describing the incident as 'surreal' and a 'hard hit,' Trump recounted his immediate thoughts and reactions during the ordeal.

Trump was on stage at a Pennsylvania rally when gunfire erupted, prompting Secret Service agents to rush him to safety. He recounted how the bullet that hit the upper part of his right ear made him instantly aware of the gravity of the situation. 'I knew immediately it was a bullet,' Trump said, adding that his foremost concern was the safety of the crowd. 'How many were killed?' he recalled thinking amid the chaos.

The interview, initially scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. ET, faced delays due to a massive cyberattack, Musk revealed. Despite technical challenges, Musk praised Trump's resilience and his inspiring reaction to the assassination attempt. The cyberattack led to widespread access issues, with users encountering error messages and connectivity problems.

(With inputs from agencies.)