Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump Shakes U.S. Presidential Race

Donald Trump was shot in the ear during a campaign rally, raising security concerns and potentially reshaping the presidential race. The attacker, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was killed by Secret Service agents. The attack, happening months before the election, raised questions about security and political violence.

Donald Trump was shot in the ear during a campaign rally on Saturday, an attack likely to reshape this year's U.S. presidential race while raising sharp questions about the security provided to the Republican candidate.

Moments after the shooting, Trump was quickly covered by his security agents. Emerging from the scene, his face streaked with blood, Trump pumped his fist and mouthed the words, 'Fight! Fight! Fight!' According to his campaign, he was 'doing well' with only a wound on his upper right ear.

On Sunday, the FBI identified 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks from Pennsylvania as the assassin. A registered Republican, Crooks was killed by Secret Service agents after opening fire from a nearby rooftop. The incident led to the death of one rally attendee and critical injuries to two others. The shooting, occurring less than four months before the election, has heightened concerns about political violence and security failures.

(With inputs from agencies.)