Actor Amanda Seales has sparked outrage with her theory that the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump was staged. The incident occurred at a rally in Pennsylvania, where shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks fired at Trump, injuring his ear. The attack resulted in one audience member’s death and critically injured two others. Video footage shows Trump clutching his ear before being escorted off stage by Secret Service agents, raising his fist, and seemingly mouthing the word “fight” to the crowd.
Seales, known for her role in HBO’s “Insecure,” posted a video on social media platform X, suggesting the event was more staged than genuine. She questioned the authenticity of the gunshots and the blood, proposing that fake blood pellets were used. Seales argued that Trump’s reaction was uncharacteristic of someone who had just survived an actual assassination attempt and suggested the incident was orchestrated to project strength in contrast to President Biden.
Her comments have drawn significant backlash online, with many criticizing her for spreading baseless conspiracy theories. Trump’s aides have confirmed that he is fine following the incident and have expressed gratitude to the Secret Service and law enforcement for their quick response. They also extended condolences to the victims’ families.
The FBI has identified the shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, who was killed by Secret Service counter-snipers shortly after the attack. Despite the severity of the incident, Seales’ controversial theory has added another layer of complexity, highlighting the deep political divisions and the spread of misinformation in today’s media landscape.
As the investigation continues, the focus remains on understanding the motives behind the attack and ensuring the safety of political figures. The incident underscores the volatile nature of political events and the importance of critical thinking in the face of sensational claims.
