On July 13, 2024, an assassination attempt was made on former President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, was reportedly armed with an AR-15. Crooks was shot and killed at the scene.
The incident has sparked a wide range of reactions on social media, with many expressing shock and concern. The FBI has taken the lead in the investigation.
African nations and leaders have expressed deep concern over escalating political violence in the United States.
They are urging Americans to resolve their differences peacefully and have announced plans to deploy observers to monitor the situation.
Africans in America are advised to maintain contact with their embassies, and travel to the U.S. is discouraged during this period.
The statements also highlight a specific concern for the safety of Africans in America and call for a peaceful resolution of the conflicts.
