Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the shooting at former US President Donald Trump’s rally was an “inexcusable attack” on the democratic values both Australians and Americans share.
“I was shocked by the terrible scenes at former president Trump’s campaign event in Pennsylvania,” Mr Albanese said during a media conference on Sunday.
“I was relieved by the news that the former president is safe … and I wish him and his family well.
“I’m also saddened by reports that a member of the audience has lost their life and other attendees have been injured, and I send my condolences on behalf of Australia to their loved ones in this time of grief.
“Let us be clear that people at this event, the candidate, the crowd, the free press covering it were all participating in the democratic process.
“This was an inexcusable attack on the democratic values that Australians and Americans share.”
