BUFFALO, N.Y. — New York leaders were quick to condemn the shooting that happened Saturday at a Donald Trump rally in western Pennsylvania.
The former president was rushed off stage Saturday evening, with blood visible on the side of his head and his ear, after shots were fired just minutes into his rally.
Trump's campaign issued a statement, saying he was "fine."
"President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow," a campaign spokesperson said.
Trump pumped fists into the air while being escorted off of the stage.
Gov. Kathy Hochul called the shooting "disgusting and unacceptable." She said she would pray for Trump and everyone who had attended the event.
New York State Attorney General Letitia James, a Democrat, said "violence is never the answer."
U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy, a Republican, said he would pray for the former president and scheduled a news conference on Saturday night to address the incident.
U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer, a Democrat, said he was "horrified by what happened."
U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, a Democrat, said "violence is unacceptable."
The Conservative Party also issued a statement, saying in full:
“The assassination attempt on President Trump is a shocking development and should serve as a national wakeup call against the hatred consuming our country. We are relieved to learn that President Trump is now safe, and encouraged by his iconic fist pump while leaving the Pennsylvania stage. We congratulate law enforcement on their quick action in taking down a shooter, and are fully confident that a meticulous investigation will take place. We express our deepest sympathies to other innocent parties reportedly shot at the event. The vitriol in this country must be toned down. This is not who we are as a nation.”