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James48

(4,592 posts)
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 01:45 PM Sep 15

Shots fired at Trump National Golf Club with former president on site

This discussion thread was locked as off-topic by Emile (a host of the Latest Breaking News forum).

Source: Daily Mail



Multiple shots were fired at Donald Trump's golf club in West Palm Beach on Sunday.

Former President Donald Trump is golfing at his south Florida club.

'President Trump is safe following gunshots in his vicinity. No further details at this time,' Trump Campaign Communications Director Steven Cheung said in a statement.

Read more: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13853143/Shots-Trump-National-Golf-Club-Mar-Lago.html

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Shots fired at Trump National Golf Club with former president on site (Original Post) James48 Sep 15 OP
publicity stunt I bet DemonGoddess Sep 15 #1
No question about it Nikossitti Sep 15 #2
EXACTLY what I was just thinking. BigDemVoter Sep 15 #9
He plays the victim card again. mysteryowl Sep 15 #20
I wouldn't be surprised PatSeg Sep 15 #43
Yup... No one serious would merely stand out there shooting rounds at the gates or trees, or porta potties of his hlthe2b Sep 15 #12
Nope. Just two idiots shooting at each other. onenote Sep 15 #17
or Vance wants to hasten his own path WhiteTara Sep 15 #19
The Daily Mail is crap. Eko Sep 15 #3
Message auto-removed Name removed Sep 15 #4
Sounds suspicious. yourout Sep 15 #5
If you read the whole article, two idiots got in a fight and guns were drawn. Initech Sep 15 #35
I'm sorry but I smell a rat. FalloutShelter Sep 15 #6
MSNBC reporting shots fired in vicinity of course Dennis Donovan Sep 15 #7
I'm skeptical. AngryOldDem Sep 15 #8
Use AP as a source instead BumRushDaShow Sep 15 #10
Nice neighborhhood.. just someone squirrel hunting rsweets Sep 15 #13
Yeah but I was about to post this from the Mail underpants Sep 15 #29
When I originally searched for other sources, what came up was BumRushDaShow Sep 15 #38
The shooters were targeting each other, and the gunfire was not targeting Trump LetMyPeopleVote Sep 15 #11
Never mind, it was just a couple of Florida Men. Turbineguy Sep 15 #16
Since this is Florida, Both Individuals Could Argue They Were Standing Their Ground TomCADem Sep 15 #22
So...just another average day in America Stallion Sep 15 #25
I give it 24 hours before he brings this up and frames it far differently... EarthFirst Sep 15 #44
probably just a couple gang bangers doing what they do... Mark.b2 Sep 15 #45
TY for this Tweet showing what really happened. Cha Sep 15 #46
The reporting on TV is "in the vicinity of" the golf course. Probably has nothing to do with him, but Vinca Sep 15 #14
the less time we all give to this the better..i hope MSM agrees samnsara Sep 15 #15
Could be a diversion from SCOTUS corruption-news today mysteryowl Sep 15 #18
Or could be nothing. Which it appears to be. onenote Sep 15 #21
And not just that story BumRushDaShow Sep 15 #23
I say ReRe Sep 15 #24
DonOld is like a 6 yr old trying to get attention. Give it up DonOld. No-one-cares. nt AnotherMother4Peace Sep 15 #26
Damn. I was hoping it was going to be on the course at least. That would be great PR. :) n/t brewens Sep 15 #27
Having a bad day on the course and his partners didn't allow a mulligan? AngryOldDem Sep 15 #34
Maybe a swiftly Dad? flying_wahini Sep 15 #28
I'm sure that's what the Trump people will claim LymphocyteLover Sep 15 #40
I'll keep my ear open orangecrush Sep 15 #30
The one with the bandage? 😁😁😁😁😁 Wonder Why Sep 15 #62
They are not here to harm ME. Historic. twodogsbarking Sep 15 #31
More Ketchup? HagathaCrispy Sep 15 #32
Give an idiot a gun, don't be surprised when they do something stupid with it. Initech Sep 15 #33
Shot's fired?? More likely that TSF had bean burritos for lunch. FailureToCommunicate Sep 15 #36
Whew! I am so relieved he was not in danger! Marigold Sep 15 #37
Forget it Jake, it's Florida. ZonkerHarris Sep 15 #39
I'm skeptical, and I agree with this: LymphocyteLover Sep 15 #41
Shooting at cats??! Sancho Sep 15 #42
MSNBC shows Gun Club Estates nearby on map LiberalFighter Sep 15 #47
This message was self-deleted by its author orangecrush Sep 15 #48
Post removed Post removed Sep 15 #49
Welcome to Bif Land. Back to the Future Bif. Lots of parallels. Buckle up. 9 years and counting... Evolve Dammit Sep 15 #50
Desperados live love laugh Sep 15 #51
Will probably bump that John Roberts story out of the news. Timely. polichick Sep 15 #52
Probably, but the roberts story isn't a surprise. Most of us here knew roberts and his gang were covering for trump. JohnSJ Sep 15 #53
Nothing will come of it anyway - no justice in the good ol' USA. polichick Sep 15 #55
You are right. JohnSJ Sep 15 #56
don't know about the story. now i have to google john roberts nt orleans Sep 15 #60
Per MSNBC the FBI is now calling it an "apparent assassination attempt". dflprincess Sep 15 #54
Somebody spotted an alligator loose, and they decided to protect the former Prez FakeNoose Sep 15 #57
I just turned on msnbc . This will be an uninterrupted story for at least 24 hours. mucifer Sep 15 #58
yep prodigitalson Sep 15 #61
Security is so tight there if it was on the grounds it was staged. Off grounds either domestic violence or robbery. cstanleytech Sep 15 #59
another disillusioned Trump humper. ...or theater -nt BrightKnight Sep 15 #63
Never piss off a Swiftie. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Sep 15 #64
After an alert and discussion with the hosts, locking. Emile Sep 16 #65

DemonGoddess

(5,072 posts)
1. publicity stunt I bet
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 01:46 PM
Sep 15

Nikossitti

(308 posts)
2. No question about it
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 01:48 PM
Sep 15

He doesn’t care who gets hurt in the process.

BigDemVoter

(4,526 posts)
9. EXACTLY what I was just thinking.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 01:53 PM
Sep 15

There will be non-stop yapping about this all day.

mysteryowl

(7,752 posts)
20. He plays the victim card again.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:08 PM
Sep 15

PatSeg

(49,682 posts)
43. I wouldn't be surprised
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:12 PM
Sep 15

He got so much sympathy the last time, maybe he's looking for a rerun. Lately, nothing else seems to be working for him.

hlthe2b

(106,064 posts)
12. Yup... No one serious would merely stand out there shooting rounds at the gates or trees, or porta potties of his
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:00 PM
Sep 15

friggin golf course. What would be the point except to get the MSM to think that shitty, lying TSF were somehow at risk?

Publicity stunt, indeed.

onenote

(44,420 posts)
17. Nope. Just two idiots shooting at each other.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:06 PM
Sep 15

WhiteTara

(30,142 posts)
19. or Vance wants to hasten his own path
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:07 PM
Sep 15

to the throne?

Eko

(8,429 posts)
3. The Daily Mail is crap.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 01:48 PM
Sep 15

Multiple shots were fired near Donald Trump's golf club in West Palm Beach. 'President Trump is safe following gunshots in his vicinity,'
Title is incorrect at least at this moment.

Response to James48 (Original post)

yourout

(8,007 posts)
5. Sounds suspicious.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 01:49 PM
Sep 15

Initech

(101,702 posts)
35. If you read the whole article, two idiots got in a fight and guns were drawn.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:29 PM
Sep 15

Think like that scene from the Big Lebowski when Walter pulled the gun on Smokey during the tournament.

FalloutShelter

(12,722 posts)
6. I'm sorry but I smell a rat.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 01:49 PM
Sep 15

Where is the secret service?

Dennis Donovan

(24,820 posts)
7. MSNBC reporting shots fired in vicinity of course
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 01:49 PM
Sep 15

Breaking, so not much beyond that has been reported.

AngryOldDem

(14,167 posts)
8. I'm skeptical.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 01:53 PM
Sep 15

MSNBC is reporting it as well.

Given I’m not entirely buying the first “attempt,” with the miraculous healing of his ear, my first reaction was cool story, bro.

rsweets

(309 posts)
13. Nice neighborhhood.. just someone squirrel hunting
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:01 PM
Sep 15

underpants

(186,406 posts)
29. Yeah but I was about to post this from the Mail
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:17 PM
Sep 15

Last edited Sun Sep 15, 2024, 04:06 PM - Edit history (1)

Reading about Jr being stupid. I saw this pop up and was going to check it out before I posted.

BumRushDaShow

(141,427 posts)
38. When I originally searched for other sources, what came up was
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:47 PM
Sep 15

"Daily Mail"
"New York Post"
"The Telegraph"
"Washington Times"

THAT was a huge 🚩

LetMyPeopleVote

(154,039 posts)
11. The shooters were targeting each other, and the gunfire was not targeting Trump
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 01:57 PM
Sep 15


https://nypost.com/2024/09/15/us-news/shooting-reported-at-donald-trumps-golf-club-while-ex-president-was-on-grounds/

Two people exchanged gunfire outside of Trump International Golf Course West Palm Beach. The shooters were targeting each other, and the gunfire was not targeting Trump, the sources said.

Sources said that Trump was never in danger and that the shooting happened in an area outside the club that is known for high crime.

Turbineguy

(38,293 posts)
16. Never mind, it was just a couple of Florida Men.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:04 PM
Sep 15

BTW. Under Florida law, if you are struck in the cross fire, you cannot sue.

TomCADem

(17,732 posts)
22. Since this is Florida, Both Individuals Could Argue They Were Standing Their Ground
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:09 PM
Sep 15

This is what happens you have a bunch of random folks carrying fire arms. It becomes way too easy for someone to resort to a 2nd Amendment solution for life’s problems.

There are way too many examples of folks pulling guns in road rage incidents.

Stallion

(6,609 posts)
25. So...just another average day in America
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:13 PM
Sep 15

EarthFirst

(3,104 posts)
44. I give it 24 hours before he brings this up and frames it far differently...
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:16 PM
Sep 15

…and twenty four is probably being generous.

Mark.b2

(424 posts)
45. probably just a couple gang bangers doing what they do...
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:17 PM
Sep 15

My bet is Trump was far from danger.

Cha

(304,920 posts)
46. TY for this Tweet showing what really happened.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:24 PM
Sep 15

Vinca

(50,937 posts)
14. The reporting on TV is "in the vicinity of" the golf course. Probably has nothing to do with him, but
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:04 PM
Sep 15

he'll use it for all he's worth to bleed some money out of the cult.

samnsara

(18,281 posts)
15. the less time we all give to this the better..i hope MSM agrees
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:04 PM
Sep 15

..cuz I dont believe it...even if its true I dont care. Its gonna keep happening to trump for real cuz everyone in the world wants him.....well, you know what.

mysteryowl

(7,752 posts)
18. Could be a diversion from SCOTUS corruption-news today
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:06 PM
Sep 15

onenote

(44,420 posts)
21. Or could be nothing. Which it appears to be.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:09 PM
Sep 15

BumRushDaShow

(141,427 posts)
23. And not just that story
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:11 PM
Sep 15

but a WHOLE LOT of things needing a diversion!

ReRe

(10,728 posts)
24. I say
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:13 PM
Sep 15

BULL SHIT. Nothing more than a publicity stunt.

AnotherMother4Peace

(4,701 posts)
26. DonOld is like a 6 yr old trying to get attention. Give it up DonOld. No-one-cares. nt
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:15 PM
Sep 15
 

brewens

(15,359 posts)
27. Damn. I was hoping it was going to be on the course at least. That would be great PR. :) n/t
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:16 PM
Sep 15

AngryOldDem

(14,167 posts)
34. Having a bad day on the course and his partners didn't allow a mulligan?
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:28 PM
Sep 15

flying_wahini

(7,974 posts)
28. Maybe a swiftly Dad?
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:16 PM
Sep 15

Just kidding.

LymphocyteLover

(6,602 posts)
40. I'm sure that's what the Trump people will claim
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:54 PM
Sep 15

orangecrush

(21,534 posts)
30. I'll keep my ear open
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:21 PM
Sep 15


For more info.

Wonder Why

(4,576 posts)
62. The one with the bandage? 😁😁😁😁😁
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 06:13 PM
Sep 15

twodogsbarking

(12,228 posts)
31. They are not here to harm ME. Historic.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:22 PM
Sep 15
 

HagathaCrispy

(154 posts)
32. More Ketchup?
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:23 PM
Sep 15

Did they forget the ketchup this time?

Initech

(101,702 posts)
33. Give an idiot a gun, don't be surprised when they do something stupid with it.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:27 PM
Sep 15

FailureToCommunicate

(14,313 posts)
36. Shot's fired?? More likely that TSF had bean burritos for lunch.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:34 PM
Sep 15

Marigold

(143 posts)
37. Whew! I am so relieved he was not in danger!
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:46 PM
Sep 15

Who knew promoting the ownership and use of guns, including "AK -47's" as Don, Jr. reported would result in gunfire? And sometimes nearby?

ZonkerHarris

(25,228 posts)
39. Forget it Jake, it's Florida.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:48 PM
Sep 15

LymphocyteLover

(6,602 posts)
41. I'm skeptical, and I agree with this:
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 02:56 PM
Sep 15

Sancho

(9,097 posts)
42. Shooting at cats??!
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:04 PM
Sep 15

LiberalFighter

(53,442 posts)
47. MSNBC shows Gun Club Estates nearby on map
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:26 PM
Sep 15

The woman expert of what I don't know seems to be creating multiple possible scenarios.

Response to James48 (Original post)

Response to James48 (Original post)

Evolve Dammit

(18,464 posts)
50. Welcome to Bif Land. Back to the Future Bif. Lots of parallels. Buckle up. 9 years and counting...
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:54 PM
Sep 15

live love laugh

(14,256 posts)
51. Desperados
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:57 PM
Sep 15

polichick

(37,535 posts)
52. Will probably bump that John Roberts story out of the news. Timely.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:58 PM
Sep 15

JohnSJ

(96,405 posts)
53. Probably, but the roberts story isn't a surprise. Most of us here knew roberts and his gang were covering for trump.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:59 PM
Sep 15

polichick

(37,535 posts)
55. Nothing will come of it anyway - no justice in the good ol' USA.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 04:00 PM
Sep 15

JohnSJ

(96,405 posts)
56. You are right.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 04:01 PM
Sep 15

orleans

(34,880 posts)
60. don't know about the story. now i have to google john roberts nt
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 04:45 PM
Sep 15

dflprincess

(28,451 posts)
54. Per MSNBC the FBI is now calling it an "apparent assassination attempt".
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 03:59 PM
Sep 15

To which I say "Sure Jan."

FakeNoose

(35,514 posts)
57. Somebody spotted an alligator loose, and they decided to protect the former Prez
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 04:02 PM
Sep 15

It's too early for buck season....

mucifer

(24,787 posts)
58. I just turned on msnbc . This will be an uninterrupted story for at least 24 hours.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 04:15 PM
Sep 15

prodigitalson

(2,830 posts)
61. yep
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 05:38 PM
Sep 15

cstanleytech

(26,927 posts)
59. Security is so tight there if it was on the grounds it was staged. Off grounds either domestic violence or robbery.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 04:17 PM
Sep 15

BrightKnight

(3,684 posts)
63. another disillusioned Trump humper. ...or theater -nt
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 07:26 PM
Sep 15
64. Never piss off a Swiftie.
Sun Sep 15, 2024, 08:47 PM
Sep 15

Emile

(29,279 posts)
65. After an alert and discussion with the hosts, locking.
Mon Sep 16, 2024, 09:05 AM
Sep 16

The consensus with the hosts is "The Daily Mail" is the UK equivalent of the National Enquirer - hardly a reputable mainstream news website or blog.

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