Donald Trump shot during campaign rally: Jon Sopel explains what it means for the US Presidential race

14 July 2024, 10:49 | Updated: 14 July 2024, 12:20

What will following the shooting of Donald Trump?
What will following the shooting of Donald Trump? Picture: LBC/Alamy
Kieran Kelly

By Kieran Kelly

Donald Trump's shooting at a campaign rally on Saturday will have severe repercussions for the upcoming US Presidential election, which takes place in November.

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