From trained assassins to rally stage-rushers, here's every known attempt on Trump's life since 2016
Since Donald Trump entered politics in 2015, there have been multiple reported attempts on his life, including a 2016 rally stage rush and a 2024 assassination attempt in Pennsylvania. The most recent incident occurred at the 2026 White House Correspondents’ Dinner, adding to a growing list of threats. The White House has condemned violent rhetoric, while political figures debate the role of incendiary language in fueling such attacks.
- ▪On March 12, 2016, a man rushed the stage at a Trump rally in Dayton, Ohio, but was subdued by security.
- ▪On July 13, 2024, a gunman shot at Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, killing one attendee and injuring another before being killed by Secret Service.
- ▪In April 2026, an assassination attempt occurred at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, prompting calls for increased security and political de-escalation.
- ▪Some attackers have cited beliefs that Trump is a 'White supremacist' or 'bully' as motivation for their actions.
- ▪White House officials have stated that Trump remains undeterred by the attempts on his life and will continue his public duties.
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Donald Trump From trained assassins to rally stage rushers, here's every known attempt on Trump's life since 2016 The timeline spans from a 2016 rally stage rush in Ohio to the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting By Elaine Mallon Fox News Published April 28, 2026 1:59pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Schmitt warns ‘Trump derangement syndrome’ has ‘metastasized’ after WHCA Dinner shooting After the WHCA Dinner shooting, the White House condemned far-left incendiary rhetoric targeting President Donald Trump. Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., discusses legislation to build a secure White House ballroom after multiple assassination attempts on the commander in chief in less than two years.
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