Donald Trump rushed to safety after man spotted with gun nearby

Former US president Donald Trump says he is "safe and well" after a man with a gun was spotted on his golf course in Florida.

The Secret Service, which protects political leaders and their families in the United States, saw the gun poking through some bushes near where Mr Trump was playing golf.

They immediately rushed him to safety.

They fired at the suspect and tried to catch him, he drove off, but was later stopped by police and is now in custody.

It is the second apparent attempt on Mr Trump's life in two months. He was shot at and injured during an attack at a political event in July.

After it happened yesterday, Donald Trump said he was "safe and well" in an email to his supporters and said "nothing will slow me down".

Vice-president Kamala Harris, who is running against Donald Trump to be the next US president, said: "I am glad he is safe. Violence has no place in America."

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US president Joe Biden released a statement after the incident, saying: "I am relieved that the former president is unharmed."

Vice-president Kamala Harris also issued a statement, saying: "I am deeply disturbed by the possible assassination attempt of former president Trump today.

"As we gather the facts, I will be clear: I condemn political violence. We all must do our part to ensure that this incident does not lead to more violence."

US president Joe Biden says he is relieved that Donald Trump is safe