Maine politicians denounce violence in wake of shooting at Trump rally

I am very relieved that President Trump appears to be OK; however, this violence is absolutely appalling. Thank God for the Secret Service and first responders who hurried President Trump out of harm’s way.

— Sen. Susan Collins (@SenatorCollins) July 13, 2024

Thanks to the quick action of the Secret Service, I am glad to hear former President Trump is safe and wish him a speedy recovery. We can disagree on politics, but political violence of any kind is wrong and antithetical to the core American values we believe in.

— Senator Angus King (@SenAngusKing) July 13, 2024

I am praying for former President Trump and others at the rally today in PA, as well as for law enforcement on the scene. I pray whoever is responsible is quickly apprehended and held accountable.

There must be no room for violence of any kind in our politics.

— Congressman Jared Golden (@RepGolden) July 13, 2024

Political violence of any kind is never acceptable. Ever. My thoughts are with the former President, his family, and those who were in attendance.

— Congresswoman Chellie Pingree 🇺🇸 (@chelliepingree) July 13, 2024

Please join me in praying for the health and safety of former President Trump, those who attended his rally today, and our country. There is absolutely no place for violence in our politics – none.

— Governor Janet Mills (@GovJanetMills) July 13, 2024

My family and I are praying for President Trump, everyone at the rally, our law enforcement, and for our country.

This is a dark day in U.S history and I am hopeful it will serve as a wake-up call. Our country needs to unite and come together.

— Austin Theriault (@AustinTheriault) July 13, 2024