"This will be made into a statue at some point" — Internet reacts to Trump fan getting tattoo of ex-president fist bumping after surviving shooting

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Trump fan getting tattoo of ex-president fist bumping (Image via Getty)

In an extraordinary display of resilience and dedication, a Trump supporter has garnered widespread attention on social media after revealing a tattoo depicting former President Donald Trump fist-bumping after surviving the recent shooting.

On July 14, 2024, a user on X shared a tattooed arm from the recent alleged assassination attack on the former President of the United States, where he showed a fist bump with blood on his face.

The 10-second video clip shared on X depicts the national flag of the States, the former President showing a fist bump with a roaring expression, and two security guards cordoning off him. The tattoo video has sparked many reactions online, with some calling it a powerful symbol.

An individual on X mentioned seeing a person with a tattoo of the former President's mugshot now in the process of getting another tattoo related to the alleged attack.

"Just met a guy at the grocery store who has Trump mug shot tattooed on his shoulder, who was on his way to get his new tattoo of the FIGHT! 🇺🇸 and I live in Los Angeles," one wrote.
"I wonder how many are out there already?" second wrote.
"That didn't take long," a third wrote.

Many individuals had varied reactions, with some saying that tattoo parlors will now experience increased activity, potentially operating continuously.

"Tattoo parlors working 24/7 to handle the demand," one said.
"My favorite USSS agent made the tattoo!," second wrote on X.
"A bit extreme, but I dig it," a third wrote on X.

According to The Economic Times, Donald Trump's fist bump expression is mixed. As the former President draws crowds of supporters and critics, his fist bump shows a sign of peace and solidarity for his supporters and defiance against his opposition. He has been using this expression for a decade now.


All about Donald Trump alleged attack where he made a fist bump while being escorted

On July 13, 2024, the former President was at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where he was allegedly attacked. The visuals that surfaced online showed Donald Trump addressing the crowd, and three bullet sounds were heard from a snipper, as per Reuters News.

In seconds, the former President hid and sat down while the guards reached him immediately. While he was being escorted, the United States former President made a fist bump while his ear and right cheek were blooded.

The Secret Service whisks away former U.S. President Donald Trump after shots rang out at a campaign rally at Butler Farm Show Inc. on July 13, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania. (Image via Getty)
The Secret Service whisks away former U.S. President Donald Trump after shots rang out at a campaign rally at Butler Farm Show Inc. on July 13, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania. (Image via Getty)

Following the alleged attack, Rep. Rich McCormick, a member of the Republican Party, shared a fist-bump picture of the former President. He tweeted that the former President was safe but also mentioned that it was a cowardly "attempt of assassination."

"Thank God that President Trump is safe. I have no doubt that this cowardly attempt to assassinate our nominee will further galvanize the American people in support of Donald J. Trump. We will stay focused on the race ahead and emerge victorious," he wrote on X.

Former US Vice President Mike Pence tweeted that America has no room for "political violence" and attacks like these must be "condemned universally."

"We are praying for his full recovery and those lost and injured in this horrific attack. There is no place in America for political violence, and it must be universally condemned," Pence wrote.

As per Reuters News reports, the alleged attacker was a 20-year-old man with an AR-15-style rifle who aimed to shoot at the former US President from a rooftop. As the investigation continues, the former President has not addressed the alleged attack yet.

Edited by Shreya Das
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