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  "id": 9672983,
  "title": "Man Who Was Shot during 2024 Trump Campaign Rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Has Died",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/man-who-was-shot-during-2024-trump-campaign-rally-in-butler",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-25T01:56:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Japan News by The Yomiuri Shimbun",
    "slug": "the-japan-news-by-the-yomiuri-shimbun",
    "url": "https://japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/news-services/ap/20260925-350484/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "James Copenhaver, a 76-year-old campaign rally attendee shot during an assassination attempt on then-candidate Donald Trump in 2024, has died in Pittsburgh. He was struck in the arm and abdomen, suffering from debilitating, permanent injuries that required multiple surgeries. Copenhaver's lawyer stated he died surrounded by loved ones, though it's unclear if his death was directly related to the injuries. Along with two others, Copenhaver was shot during the event in Butler, Pennsylvania, when a 20-year-old gunman opened fire from a nearby rooftop. Two of the victims survived, including David Dutch, while Corey Comperatore, who shielded his family, was killed. Copenhaver's family had previously sued the federal government, alleging inadequate security at the rally. The lawsuit detailed the injuries as life-altering, including a colon transection and loss of feeling in his leg. Copenhaver, a veteran, was remembered for his dedication to his country and values of hard work and integrity.",
  "summary": "James Copenhaver, one of three campaign rally attendees shot in 2024 during an assassination attempt on then-candidate Donald Trump, has died in Pittsburgh, his lawyer said Thursday. He was 76.",
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        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Man who was shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/man-who-was-shot-during-2024-trump-campaign-rally-in-butler",
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        "outlet": "POLITICO",
        "title": "Trump eyes an October campaign rally — in Alabama",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/trump-eyes-an-october-campaign-rally-in-alabama",
        "published": "2026-09-24T22:38:10.000Z"
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        "outlet": "The Guardian US",
        "title": "Man shot and wounded during Trump assassination attempt dies in Pennsylvania",
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        "published": "2026-09-24T22:38:47.000Z"
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        "title": "Man who was shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/man-who-was-shot-during-2024-trump-campaign-rally-in-butler-9649522",
        "published": "2026-09-24T23:06:28.000Z"
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        "outlet": "ABC News AU",
        "title": "Man shot during Trump assassination attempt at 2024 rally dies",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/man-shot-during-trump-assassination-attempt-at-2024-rally-dies",
        "published": "2026-09-25T00:34:36.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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