Former President Trump held a poignant moment during his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, to honor Corey Comperatore, a firefighter who tragically lost his life during an attempted shooting on July 13. The moment of remembrance took place at 6:11 p.m., the exact time when the gunman opened fire on President Trump.
During his speech, Trump expressed his condolences to Comperatore's family and acknowledged the solemn significance of the moment. He highlighted that it had been 12 weeks to the minute since the shooting incident occurred and invited the rally attendees to join him in a moment of silence.
As a gesture of respect, an opera singer performed 'Ave Maria' while Trump and the audience paid their respects to the memory of Corey Comperatore. The emotional tribute served as a reminder of the tragic events that unfolded during the attempted attack on President Trump.
The rally attendees, along with Trump, stood in solidarity to honor the life of Corey Comperatore and to reflect on the impact of the senseless act of violence that took place. The moment of silence and the musical tribute added a somber tone to the rally, emphasizing the importance of remembering those who have been affected by such tragic events.