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Trump Tells Iowans to 'Get Over' School Shooting

Former President's Comments on Recent Tragedy Draw Criticism Ahead of Iowa Caucuses

  • Former President Donald Trump, during a campaign rally in Iowa, responded to a recent school shooting in the state by expressing condolences and then urging supporters to 'get over it' and 'move forward'.
  • The shooting at Perry High School left a sixth-grader dead and seven others injured, including students and school staff members.
  • Trump's comments broke nearly 36 hours of silence on the shooting, and were met with criticism for their perceived lack of empathy.
  • Other GOP rivals campaigning in the state weighed in on the matter, with several focusing on mental health and rejecting stricter gun measures.
  • The incident and Trump's comments come just days before the Jan. 15 Iowa caucuses.
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