'Hero' Trump shooting victim named as two remain in 'critical condition'

The 20-year-old gunman was "neutralised" by Secret Service agents after opening fire at around 6.13pm last night.

Naming the victim, Shapiro said: "We lost a fellow Pennsylvanian last night, Corey Comperatore.

"I just spoke to Corey's wife and Corey's two daughters. Corey was a girl-dad, Corey was a firefighter, Corey went to church every Sunday.

"Corey loved his community and most especially Corey loved his family. Corey was an avid supporter of the former President. So, excited to be there last night, with him and the community.

"I asked Corey's wife if it would be okay if it would be okay for me to share that we spoke. She said yes. She also asked that I share with all of you that Corey died a hero. That Corey dove on his family to protect them last night at this rally."

In an update about the two people who sustained injuries, Shapiro added: "I ask for you to join me in prayer for the two Pennsylvanians who are in a critical condition and continue to wish for a full and speedy recovery and pray for the former President. The Comperatore remain in our thoughts and prayers."

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Comperatore's daughter Allyson also posted on social media about her father's excitement ahead of Trump's appearance in Butler.

"What was supposed to be an exciting day…turned into the most traumatizing experiences someone could imagine," she said.

Allyson added: “He was the best dad a girl could ever ask for. My sister and I never needed for anything.”

Shapiro later urged politicians to tone down the rhetoric following last night's horrific attack.

"This is a moment where all leaders to have a responsibility to speak and act with moral clarity," Shapiro said. "All leaders need to take down the temperature, rise above the hateful rhetoric that exists and search for a better, brighter future for this nation."

In a statement released earlier today, Trump urged supporters not to let evil triumph.

He said: "Thank you to everyone for your thoughts and prayers yesterday, as it was God alone who prevented the unthinkable from happening.

"We will FEAR NOT, but instead remain resilient in our Faith and Defiant in the face of Wickedness.

"Our love goes out to the other victims and their families. We pray for the recovery of those who were wounded, and hold in our hearts the memory of the citizen who was so horribly killed.

"In this moment, it is more important than ever that we stand United, and show our True Character as Americans, remaining Strong and Determined, and not allowing Evil to Win.

"I truly love our Country, and love you all, and look forward to speaking to our Great Nation this week from Wisconsin."

The 45th President also "authorised" the creation of a fundraising page for the victims of the attack.

More than 12,000 people have donated to the pot, with the current haul standing at just over $920,000.

Trump's 2024 rival Joe Biden also issued an update about the incident.

"I'm grateful to hear that he's safe and doing well," the 46th President said.

"I'm praying for him and his family and for all those who were at the rally, as we await further information.

"Jill and I are grateful to the Secret Service for getting him to safety.