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Former President Trump Holds Moment Of Silence For Rally Victim

This photo provided by the Comperatore family shows Corey Comperatore, who was killed during a rally for former President Donald Trump, who was also shot, in Butler, Pa., Saturday, July 13, 2024. (Com

Former President Donald Trump paid tribute to Corey Comperatore, who tragically lost his life at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, during a moment of silence at his recent Saturday rally.

During the rally, Trump marked the exact time of the shooting incident, 6:11 PM, twelve weeks after the tragic event, and requested attendees to observe a moment of silence in memory of Comperatore.

Singer Christopher Macchio then took the stage and performed “Ave Maria” as a tribute to the fallen hero.

Attendees observed a moment of silence at the exact time of the shooting incident.
Trump honored Corey Comperatore's bravery and sacrifice at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Singer Christopher Macchio performed 'Ave Maria' as a tribute to Corey Comperatore.

Trump acknowledged the presence of Comperatore's wife, Helen, and other family members at the rally. Comperatore heroically shielded his wife and daughters from the gunfire during the attack.

In his address, Trump praised Comperatore's selfless act of love in the face of violence, highlighting his bravery and sacrifice.

The rally in Butler, the same location where Trump faced an assassination attempt, became a poignant moment to honor Comperatore's memory and recognize his courageous actions.

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