Former President Donald Trump sustained a gunshot wound to his ear during a rally in Pennsylvania, requiring medical attention but avoiding concussive injury.
Inquisitr reported that Dr. Ronny Jackson, a former White House physician and current Texas congressman, detailed the injury's nature and treatment.
The incident occurred following a rally in Pennsylvania, where Trump was injured by a gunshot wound to his ear.
Dr. Ronny Jackson, who had previously served as the White House physician, traveled to Bedminster, New Jersey, to assess and treat Trump after the event.
According to Dr. Jackson, the bleeding from the ear wound continues but is expected to stop soon. The former president was seen with a noticeable bandage covering his ear on July 16, 2024, during the first day of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
The wound still bleeds occasionally and requires a bandage. Dr. Jackson reported that the nature of the bullet wound made it unsuitable for stitches.
"It was far enough away from his head that there was no concussive effect from the bullet, and it just took the top of his ear off," Jackson explained. "It was bleeding like crazy because the ear is pretty vascular and bleeds pretty badly."
Jackson further described the injury, emphasizing the severity of the bleeding due to the ear's vascular nature. "He took the piece of his ear off the top, you know, your ear bleeds like crazy. But he's fine. Because luckily, it was just his ear."
The doctor at the hospital informed Trump that the wound was not amenable to being sewn due to its nature.
"No, he didn't sew it up because it wasn't really amenable to being sewn because it was a bullet. So it was more like a track you know. So they just basically have to kind of, you know, let it heal in," Jackson noted. "It's going to look okay once it fills in and everything I think."
Trump is expected to keep the bandage on for a while to prevent further bleeding. "He probably [keep the bandage in place] because it's also real pliable, and it bleeds real easy. The ear is just very vascular, and if you irritate it a little bit, then it just starts bleeding again. So when it bleeds, it gets all over everything. So he's got a dressing on it right now. Because he's been bleeding so yeah," Jackson said.
The incident tragically resulted in the death of one spectator and injuries to two others. Trump described the event and his injuries on Truth Social, highlighting the extent of the damage and his miraculous survival.
"The doctor at the hospital said he never saw anything like this, he called it a miracle. I’m not supposed to be here, I’m supposed to be dead," Trump shared.
He detailed his experience, stating, "I was shot with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear. I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin. Much bleeding took place, so I realized then what was happening."
The shooting at the rally has sparked significant public and political reactions. The event has raised concerns about security at political gatherings and the safety of public figures.
Many supporters and critics alike have expressed their views on social media, with an outpouring of support for Trump and calls for stricter security measures at future rallies.
Trump's appearance at the Republican National Convention with a bandage on his ear has also drawn significant attention. His resilience and determination to continue his political activities despite the injury have been noted by many observers.
As Trump continues to recover, Dr. Jackson and other medical professionals will monitor his progress closely. The healing process is expected to take some time, given the nature of the injury.
The incident has also highlighted the potential dangers faced by public figures and the importance of ensuring their safety. It remains to be seen how this event will impact future security protocols and Trump's political activities.
In conclusion, the gunshot wound to former President Trump's ear has brought to light the serious nature of such injuries and the challenges involved in their treatment.
The quick response and detailed care provided by Dr. Ronny Jackson have played a crucial role in Trump's recovery.
As the former president continues to heal, the incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing risks faced by those in the public eye and the need for vigilance and comprehensive security measures at public events.
