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Former US President Donald Trump recently saw himself almost get shot during a rally that took place in the Pennsylvania county of Butler. This news, without a doubt, spread like wildfire, and guess what? A UFC fighter who recently stepped up on short notice shared a few words in support of Trump after the horrifying incident he was involved in.

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Fighting out of Deerfield, Florida, Evan Alder showcased a triumphant performance at UFC Denver. However, his focus after the fight was right on Donald Trump, who’s developed a great relationship with the MMA giants, and he expressed his concern for the 46th US president during the Fight Night’s broadcast.

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Evan Elder shout-outs Donald Trump

The shooting incident at Donald Trump’s rally has apparently put his fans in shock as the former president narrowly escaped getting shot. However, they’re still praying for his safety as Evan Alder shared a message for him. “I heard they just tried to whack my boy Trump. I’m glad that man’s okay. Long live Trump. Let’s go, baby. Trump 2024,”  said in the Octagon interview after beating Darius Flowers via submission in this second round.

Evan Alder started off his UFC career with two losses on the trot but recovered well with two wins on the trot currently. Meanwhile, he has never fought whenever Donald Trump walks into an arena to watch UFC events, but hopefully, things will change if he can continue to put up the same performances.

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Currently, the incident is under investigation and Donald Trump claimed later that a bullet “pierced the upper part of my right ear” during the rally. A total of four people who attended the rally succumbed to injuries due to the shooting, but one other attendee had died with the shooter getting killed by the US Secret Service agents. Meanwhile, as per Trump’s son, the former president is in “great spirits.”

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Following the horrifying incident, Donald Trump Jr. claimed that his father was unfazed even though the incident could have been a fatal one. The 46th US President is now, more than ever, ready to take on all-comers and fight the “radical left.” Trump Jr. said, “He will never stop fighting to save America, no matter what the radical left throws at him,” as per NBC News.

If that wasn’t enough, his brother Eric Trump also shared a tweet following the shooting incident. The tweet was a photo of Donald Trump from his Florida rally, where he was seen pumping his fist in the air to ensure his supporters that he was okay as he stood there with a bloody and injured right ear. It remains to be seen what the investigation leads to. But before we get to that, even Conor McGregor shared his take on the horrifying incident at Trump’s rally.

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Conor McGregor lauds Trump’s “love of his country”

Before Donald Trump’s advent in American politics, the 78-year-old built a fortune for himself in the business world. As such, Conor McGregor was surprised to see a man so well-achieved and rich not enjoying his days as the Irishman does on his million-dollar Lamborghini yacht. These traits of Trump have impressed ‘The Notorious’ who wished him well after surviving the shooting incident in Pennsylvania.

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“A 78 year old multiple billionaire he should be on a yacht on the med touring golf courses. But he is not. He is in Pennsylvania spitting out bullets! Running for the love of his country! God speed Donald! God bless the United States,” Conor McGregor tweeted. It seems that the whole UFC world has stood up for the former president, who claims to be a big fan of the promotion and it’s fighters.

What do you have to say about the shooting attempt at Donald Trump? Drop your comments below.

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Himanga Mahanta is a Senior UFC Writer at EssentiallySports and a key pillar of the combat sports team. With over three years in sports journalism, he leads the site’s MMA PPV Live Coverage Desk, closely working with real-time updates, in-depth analysis, and trend-driven insights that keep fans ahead of the curve. From breaking news and beat reports to exclusive stories and sharp opinion pieces, Himanga’s coverage spans the full spectrum of the MMA world. His insightful reporting has earned recognition within the combat sports community, including mentions from notable figures such as Chael Sonnen. A keen observer of fight dynamics and a devoted Conor McGregor fan, Himanga blends passion with journalistic precision, making his work a reliable go-to for UFC followers worldwide.

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