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Trump rally protester attacked in act of ‘senseless’ political violence, Ohio mayor says
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- At least two men attending President Donald Trump’s rally in Youngstown, Ohio, physically attacked a female protester, with videos showing one man pushing her down and another throwing punches and putting her in a headlock.
- Youngstown Mayor Derrick McDowell condemned the assault as "senseless" political violence, emphasizing that no one should fear assault at public events regardless of political views.
- The incident occurred inside the Covelli Centre, where security was provided by the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Secret Service, not local police, and it is unclear if any arrests or charges have been made.
- The violence briefly delayed Trump’s speech, during which he mocked the protester’s weight and claimed, without evidence, that she was a paid protester.
- The White House has not issued a comment on the incident as of the report.
