Former President Trump revealed to a crowd at the Turning Point Action Summit that he had removed the last bandage from his ear after an assassination attempt nearly two weeks earlier. The former president recounted the incident, expressing his gratitude for the power of prayer and the support of his supporters.
Former President Donald Trump announced to a crowd Friday night that he "just took off the last bandage" from his ear after an attempted assassination nearly two weeks ago. The announcement came at the Turning Point Action Summit in West Palm Beach, Florida, where Trump addressed a gathering of voters of faith.
Trump began his speech by expressing gratitude for the prayers and support he had received following the incident. "Something was working. That we know. Something was working. So, I thank you very much," he said. "And I stand before you tonight, thanks to the power of prayer and the grace of Almighty God."
Trump Proclaims Recovery after Ear Bandage Removal
The former president then revealed, "As I think you can see, I've recovered well. And, in fact, I just took off the last bandage off of my ear." The crowd roared with applause as Trump gestured to his injured ear.
Trump's speech included attacks against his presumptive Democratic opponent, Kamala Harris, calling the vice president "a bum." He also criticized Harris's handling of the border crisis, labeling her as a "failed border czar."
Trump Proclaims Recovery after Ear Bandage Removal
Earlier Friday, Dr. Ronny Jackson, the former White House doctor, released a letter offering an update on Trump's health after the assassination attempt on July 13 in Butler, Pennsylvania. Jackson stated that Trump was "rapidly recovering" from the gunshot wound to his right ear and that he would continue to assist the former president and his personal physician as necessary.
The FBI confirmed to Fox News Digital that what struck Trump in the ear was a bullet, either whole or fragmented into smaller pieces, fired from the deceased subject's rifle.
Trump Proclaims Recovery after Ear Bandage Removal
Trump and his running mate, Ohio Senator JD Vance, will appear for a campaign rally in St. Cloud, Minnesota, on Saturday.
At the rally, Trump is expected to continue his attacks on Harris and the Biden administration. Sources close to the former president have indicated that he will also focus on issues of national security and economic recovery.
Trump's appearance in St. Cloud is part of his broader campaign strategy to connect with voters in key swing states. The former president has been holding rallies and events across the country, attempting to build momentum ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
