Oklahoma lawmakers have been vocal on social media in response to the apparent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida. An assailant, reportedly armed with an AK-style rifle, was engaged by the U.S. Secret Service while Trump was golfing. The individual was later taken into custody after fleeing in an SUV. This incident marks the second threat against Trump in a span of just over two months, raising questions and concerns about his safety.
According to News 9, Rep. Tom Cole expressed relief that Trump was unharmed and emphasized that violence never serves as a solution. "As we continue to learn more details, my thoughts and prayers are with President Trump and his family. I am very thankful he is safe and for the quick action of the Secret Service. Violence is never the answer," Cole stated. His fellow lawmakers expressed their support and condemnation of the violent act, which was an apparent attempt to assassinate the former president.
In a statement obtained by KOCO, Sen. Markwayne Mullin said, "As we await additional details regarding the incident in Palm Beach, Christie and I are extending our prayers to President Trump and his family. Very glad to hear he is safe."
Likewise, Rep. Kevin Hern also called for prayers and a thorough investigation in a statement saying, "Join Tammy and me in lifting President Trump and his family up in prayer. We're relieved that he is safe and grateful for the Secret Service's swift action in protecting him. Just 64 days after a bullet nearly took his life, this cowardly act demands a full investigation and the harshest penalties. Political violence has no place in America. Threats against President Trump are unacceptable and must be universally condemned." Following the gunfire from the Secret Service during the incident, Sen. James Lankford praised the agency's quick response, sharing a sentiment of gratitude to the Secret Service, which exists to shield figures like Trump from such threats to their lives. "Cindy and I are praying for President Trump's safety after today's disturbing incident and we are grateful for the Secret Service's swift response. Violence has no place in our society," Lankford posted on X, as noted by FOX 25. In an interesting take, Sen. Mullin praised Trump's resilience amidst the attempts on his life and urged supporters to remain steadfast, mentioning, "The so-called 'threat to democracy' has miraculously survived two assassination attempts in the last two months. Trump doesn’t have to be in this fight, but he put himself on the line to save America. We’re a nation worth fighting for. If Trump doesn’t give in, neither can we."
As the situation unfolds, the FBI continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the assassination attempt. The event has brought a renewed focus on the security of political figures and the alarming propensity for political violence in the current climate. Meanwhile, Oklahoma's congressional representatives are united in their support for Trump as more details await to be uncovered about the potential threat to the former Commander-in-Chief.
