With the world holding its breath, Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania, leaving one person dead and Trump himself injured. The significant event not only underscores the gravity of political violence but also highlights the importance of understanding the road to recovery for those affected. This story is a poignant reminder that even in the midst of turmoil and chaos, human resilience can inspire hope and determination.
Donald Trump sustained a gunshot wound to the right ear from a high-powered rifle which came extremely close to entering his head. The bullet struck the top of his right ear, producing a 2 cm wide wound that extended down to the cartilaginous surface of the ear. Initially, there was significant bleeding followed by marked swelling of the entire upper ear.
MY FULL STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT TRUMP’S RECOVERY POST-ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT. pic.twitter.com/EwLyPjHV22
— Ronny Jackson (@RepRonnyJackson) July 20, 2024
Trump was initially treated by medical staff at Butler Memorial Hospital. Doctors provided a thorough evaluation, including a CT scan of his head. His wound is healing properly, and the swelling has since resolved. Despite this, intermittent bleeding persists, necessitating ongoing dressing changes.
Dr. Ronny Jackson, Trump’s former White House physician, was deeply concerned about the former president’s wellbeing. He met Trump in Bedminster, New Jersey, late Saturday after Trump returned from Pennsylvania to personally check on him and offer his assistance. Jackson described Trump’s injury by saying the “bullet took a little bit off the top of his ear in an area that, just by nature, bleeds like crazy”. His unwavering support underscores the strength of relationships and the importance of emotional support in times of crisis.
“I was deeply concerned about the former president’s wellbeing in the aftermath of the attack and met him in Bedminster, New Jersey, late Saturday after Trump returned from Pennsylvania to personally check on him, and offer my assistance in any way possible.” – Dr. Ronny Jackson
Jackson has been with Trump since the incident, evaluating and treating his wound daily. Trump will have further evaluations, including a comprehensive hearing exam, as needed. He will follow up with his primary care physician, as directed by the doctors who initially evaluated him.
Trump’s medical team expects a full recovery without the need for surgery. Despite the gravity of the injury, Trump’s resilience has been on full display, inspiring hope for his speedy recovery and reaffirming the importance of strong medical care in handling such crises.
