Minnesota politicians speak out after Trump's attempted assassination: "Violence has no place in American politics"

MINNEAPOLIS — Political leaders across Minnesota are speaking out after hearing about the fatal shooting at former President Donald Trump's rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday.

Trump was rushed off the stage, with blood visible on his face, after shots were fired at a rally in Pennsylvania. The district attorney from Butler County confirmed to CBS Pittsburgh station KDKA that two people are dead — the gunman and an audience member. 

The FBI has confirmed that .

President Biden held a brief press conference addressing the shooting in the early evening. He called the shooting "sick" and that "there is no place for this kind of violence in America."

Reactions from Minnesota leaders

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said in a statement on X "violence has no place in American politics. Praying for the safety of former President Trump and everyone at his rally in Pennsylvania." 

U.S. House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, a Republican from Minnesota, said he is praying for Trump and all the attendees at the fair. 

"President Trump is a proven warrior who has overcome adversity time and time again. He will rise above this horrifying situation stronger than ever," Emmer said. 

U.S. Sen. Tina Smith echoed the governor's comments, saying "violence has absolutely no place in our politics."

Minnesota DFL Chair Ken Martin said in a statement "We are glad that President Trump is safe. Violence has no place in our politics and the Minnesota DFL unequivocally condemns this appalling and horrific act." 

Melissa Hortman, the Minnesota Speaker of the House said in a statement "I'm relieved that the former President is safe, and I'm grateful to the Secret Service and first responders who acted so quickly. Political violence is unacceptable and has no place in our country." 

"Yesterday was a sad day for our country," Minnesota Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy said. "There is no room in our politics for violence, and each of us plays a part to advance a constructive and civil political engagement in the work of our democracy. I'm grateful the former president is safe and grieve the loss of life."

"My family is praying for former President Trump today. Violence is unacceptable, no matter how much we disagree; thankfully, he appears to be ok. The hateful discourse that's gripped our country is unsustainable & dangerous. It's time for a politics of love. God bless us all," posted St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter on X, formerly known as Twitter.

Here are some of the other responses released by Minnesota officials:

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