Trump Butler rally assassination victim deaths
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Man shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania dies
Donald Trump's ear was grazed by a bullet during the shooting.
The gunman, 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, was killed by Secret Service after opening fire.
Corey Comperatore was killed in the shooting at the Butler rally.
Man shot during 2024 Trump rally in Butler dies
Jim Copenhaver was 76 years old.
A year after the shooting, a bullet was still lodged in Copenhaver's body next to his spine, causing him to walk with a cane.
David Dutch was the third attendee who was shot at the rally.
Man wounded in Trump assassination attempt in Butler dies
Copenhaver's lawyer Joseph Feldman said in a statement that he died surrounded by loved ones.
Copenhaver and his wife sued the federal government in June, alleging the Secret Service and Department of Homeland Security failed to provide appropriate security at the rally.
Copenhaver's injuries required multiple surgeries, including a transection of his colon, and left him with lingering kidney and other damage.
“Jim showed tremendous bravery, courageously continuing to FIGHT, FIGHT, FIGHT, and maintaining a positive spirit despite unimaginable hardships,”
James Copenhaver, man shot at Trump Butler rally, dies of complications from injuries
The House Republican Conference posted an obituary for Copenhaver on social media stating he died Thursday.
Copenhaver's lawsuit alleged he was required to undergo multiple surgeries.
Copenhaver filed a lawsuit against the United States earlier this year.