At a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, Donald Trump paid tribute to Corey Comperatore, a supporter who tragically died during an assassination attempt on Trump’s life at a previous rally on July 13. Comperatore, a former fire chief and veteran, died while shielding his wife and daughters from gunfire, an act that saved their lives.
Trump spoke highly of Comperatore, calling him “an incredible husband, father, and a devout Christian,” adding that he was well-respected in the community. The rally featured a moment of silence in Comperatore’s memory, accompanied by a live performance of "Ave Maria."
The assassination attempt in July had left Trump with a minor injury, but Comperatore’s selfless actions were highlighted as the defining moment of the tragedy. Trump praised his bravery, saying, "Every father and husband in America hopes that if the time came, we would have what Corey had: tremendous courage, tremendous guts."
Comperatore's widow, daughters, and sisters attended the event as Trump honored the heroism of their loved one.
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