Donald Trump appeared with a bandage during the Republican National Convention after being injured in an attack last weekend during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. His doctor, Dr. Ronny Jackson, told TMZ that the former president suffered a significant ear injury from a gunshot, but it will not require surgery.
Jackson, who served as the White House physician during Trump's presidency, provided details on the nature of the injury sustained by the current presidential candidate. The bullet pierced the upper part of Trump's ear, lacerating tissue and cartilage, which, according to him, explains the heavy bleeding Trump experienced while seeking cover on stage and leaving the scene of the shooting.
The doctor also assured that Trump did not suffer any concussions during the incident and will not need additional medical attention for his recovery, indicating that surgery is not necessary. Jackson is confident that Trump's ear will heal on its own.
On Monday afternoon, after securing the votes of enough delegates at the Republican National Convention, former President Donald Trump was officially nominated as his party's candidate for the upcoming presidential election in the United States. This marks Trump's third consecutive election campaign, having won in 2016 and lost in 2020. He will once again face current President Joe Biden on November 5.
The Convention, which began with a prayer and the national anthem, will continue until Thursday and has given special prominence to Trump following the attack last Saturday. The assailant, a 20-year-old identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, fired from the rooftop of a building about 140 meters from the stage where Trump was speaking. After being shot by Secret Service agents, a semi-automatic AR-15 rifle was found near his body.
Details on Trump's Ear Injury and Campaign Status
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers regarding Donald Trump's recent ear injury and his status in the ongoing presidential campaign.
What caused Donald Trump's ear injury?
Donald Trump's ear injury was caused by a gunshot that pierced the upper part of his ear during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.
Will Trump need surgery for his ear injury?
No, according to Dr. Ronny Jackson, Trump will not require surgery as his ear should heal on its own.
Is Trump still running in the upcoming presidential election?
Yes, Donald Trump has been officially nominated as the Republican candidate and will face Joe Biden on November 5.
Who was responsible for the attack on Trump?
The attacker was identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old who fired from a rooftop near the rally site.