Trump campaign says former president is safe after possible shooting near him

The Trump campaign said former President Donald Trump was safe on Sunday after possible gunshots were heard near his golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida.

It is still unconfirmed whether shots were actually fired.

A source familiar with the matter told NBC News that Trump was immediately evacuated and is safe, the source added.

In a statement, Trump campaign spokesman Steven Cheung said: “President Trump is safe following the shooting near him. No further details are available at this time.”

“The Secret Service, in conjunction with the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, is investigating a security incident involving former President Donald Trump that occurred shortly before 2 p.m. The former President is safe,” the Secret Service said in a statement.

A senior law enforcement official briefed on the incident told NBC News that Trump was on the golf course when what sounded like gunshots was heard in the immediate vicinity.

The Secret Service evacuated him as a precaution, but there was no indication that Trump was targeted. Local police are currently investigating the cause of the sound, which may have been gunshots.

In a post on X, Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., said he spoke with Trump after the incident. He did not provide information about Trump's condition, but added, “He is one of the strongest people I have ever known. He is in good spirits and more determined than ever to save our country.”

The White House said in a statement: “The President and Vice President have been briefed on the security incident at Trump International Golf Course, where former President Trump was playing golf. They are relieved to know that he is safe. Their team will provide them with regular updates.”

This is a breaking news story and will be updated.