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Donald Trump: From Gunshots to Taylor Swift Rants โ€“ What a Week!

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Donald Trump survives gunshots while dissing Taylor Swift! It's a rollercoaster week for the former president! ๐ŸŽข #Trump #TaylorSwift

In a shocking turn of events, Donald Trump was reported safe after gunshots rang out near Trump International Golf Club in Florida. The incident has prompted an investigation by the Secret Service and the FBI, who have labelled it an apparent assassination attempt. This marks another chapter in a turbulent political landscape, with Trump's safety becoming a focal point of concern amidst his campaign activities. Although no injuries were reported, family members of the ex-president expressed their distress, humorously noting that he seemed to be "running out of lives" given the frequency of such threats.

As if the drama couldnโ€™t get any juicier, just days before reflecting on his safety, Trump took to social media to voice his displeasure with pop star Taylor Swift. This unexpected rant came on the heels of Swiftโ€™s endorsement of Kamala Harris, which surely stirred the pot in the political and entertainment arenas. Trump declared, "I hate Taylor Swift!" igniting a Twitter storm and leaving fans of the singer confused about why he was fixating on her amid more pressing concerns. With her 284 million followers on Instagram, one can imagine Swift's endorsement sent shockwaves through Trump's camp.

Adding to the bizarre nature of the week, as tensions flared, Trump also resorted to artificial intelligence by sharing manipulated images that suggested Swift was endorsing him for president. While one might expect a political candidate to focus on rallying their supporters, Trump's approach to response appeared more like a scene from a Hollywood drama. In fact, the dichotomy of dealing with a potential life-threatening situation while simultaneously taking shots at a music icon left many wondering just how Trump can juggle such distinct issues!

Finally, on a lighter note, while the world is buzzing about Trump and his antics, many will find the contrast between political turmoil and celebrity endorsements amusing. Historically, Trump has had a tumultuous relationship with high-profile figures, and Swift is just the latest in a long line of public figures who have crossed paths with the controversial former president. What will he do next? Stay tuned, because in the realm of Donald Trump, you never quite know where the next headline will land!

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Donald Trump reported safe after gunshots near Trump International ... (KTVH)

WATCH: Martin County Sheriff's Office holds press conference at 4 p.m. about shooting outside Trump International Golf Club: ...

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Donald Trump safe after gunshots 'in his vicinity' - campaign (BBC News)

The US Secret Service confirmed in a post on X that they were investigating a "protective incident" involving Trump.

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FBI investigating 'apparent assassination attempt' on Donald Trump (Sky News)

It comes two months after the Republican presidential nominee was shot during an assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania.

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'My father is running out of lives': family and leaders shocked by ... (The Guardian)

Former president was unhurt in apparent assassination attempt at golf course in Florida.

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'I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!' Donald Trump lashes out after star backs ... (Sky News)

Trump's rant comes just days after the singer informed her 284 million Instagram followers that she planned to vote for Kamala Harris.

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Gun shots fired near Trump at his Florida golf course, former ... (Wyoming Public Media)

The Secret Service and the Trump campaign say the former president is 'safe' following a shooting nearby in Florida.

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Donald Trump says "I hate Taylor Swift!" (CBS News)

Former President Donald Trump declared "I hate Taylor Swift!" in a Truth Social post Sunday, days after she endorsed Kamala Harris.

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Trump says he hates Taylor Swift after she endorses Kamala Harris (The Guardian)

Before announcing his feelings, ex-president had posted AI images suggesting Swift had endorsed him for president.

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Donald Trump safe and suspect held after man spotted with rifle (BBC News)

A gunman pointed a rifle at the former president on his Florida golf course, in what the FBI calls an apparent assassination attempt.

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All the Things Donald Trump Has Said About Taylor Swift (Rolling Stone)

From AI images of Swift to Trump claiming she would never endorse Biden, here's everything the former president has said (so far) about the Eras Tour ...

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