World reacts after former President Donald Trump seen with blood on his face after 'eight to ten' shots at Pennsylvania rally sparks chaos: 'Praying for President Trump'

Prayers are coming in for former President Trump after he was shot at a Pennsylvania rally on Saturday as blood poured down on his face.

Chaos broke out after Secret Service cleared the area and rushed the former president off stage. Trump later confirmed that a bullet grazed his right ear during the assassination attempt.

Rep. Dan Meuser, R-Pa., was standing front row at the rally along with Reps. Mike Kelly and GOP Senate candidate Dave McCormick. 

Meuser said he heard between eight to 10 shots ring out as screams rippled through the crowd, according to Fox News. 

He added that it appeared there were multiple people in the crowd may have been hit by the bullets and the local district attorney confirmed that at least one rally-goer is 'believed to be dead.'

The former president's Secret Service protective detail issued a statement shortly after the incident declaring 'the former President is safe.' 

Trump campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung thanked law enforcement and first responders 'for their quick action during this heinous act.'

'[Trump] is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow.'

Reactions started flowing in from members of the left and the right and across the world sending well wishes to the former president and condemning any form of political violence.

Prayers are coming in for former President Trump after he was seen with blood on his face following shots that rang out at a Pennsylvania rally Saturday afternoon

The protective detail issued a statement shortly after the incident declaring 'the former President is safe'

President Biden received an 'initial briefing on the incident at Former President Trump’s rally,' according to a statement from the White House.

House Speaker Mike Johnson wrote on X: 'Praying for President Trump.'

'Karen and I are praying for President Trump and urge every American to join us,' said Trump's former Vice President Mike Pence. 

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., said she knows 'firsthand that political violence of any kind has no place in our society. I thank God that former President Trump is safe.'

'As we learn more details about this horrifying incident, let us pray,' she added.

Former President Barack Obama echoed her sentiment, saying there is 'absolutely no place for political violence in our democracy.'

'Although we don’t yet know exactly what happened, we should all be relieved that former President Trump wasn’t seriously hurt, and use this moment to recommit ourselves to civility and respect in our politics. Michelle and I are wishing him a quick recovery.'

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y.: 'My thoughts and prayers are with former President Trump. I am thankful for the decisive law enforcement response. America is a democracy. Political violence of any kind is never acceptable.'

Squad leader Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez also put out words of support for Trump calling the incident 'horrific.'

'It is absolutely unacceptable and must be denounced in the strongest terms. My heart goes out to all the victims and I wish the former President a speedy recovery.'

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky.: 'Tonight, all Americans are grateful that President Trump appears to be fine after a despicable attack on a peaceful rally. Violence has no place in our politics. We appreciate the swift work of the Secret Service and other law enforcement.' 

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated: 'Sara and I were shocked by the apparent attack on President Trump. We pray for his safety and speedy recovery.' 

New British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was 'appalled by the shocking scenes at President Trump’s rally.'

'Political violence in any form has no place in our societies and my thoughts are with all the victims of this attack,' he wrote on X.

Trump's rumored vice presidential picks also poured in support. 

President Biden received an 'initial briefing on the incident at Former President Trump’s rally,' according to a statement from the White House

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio wrote on X that he thanked God for protecting the former president. 

'Praying for President Trump and all those attending the rally in Pennsylvania today.'

Another rumored VP candidate Sen. JD Vance of Ohio stated: 'Trump campaign saying the president is OK. Thank God. Hope everyone else is safe.'

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum wrote: 'Please join Kathryn and me in praying for President Trump, his family and everyone attending the rally today.'

'We all know President Trump is stronger than his enemies. Today he showed it.' 

'Shots fired at Trump rally. Praying for President Trump, his family and our entire nation,' wrote Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody on X.

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum wrote: 'Please join Kathryn and me in praying for President Trump, his family and everyone attending the rally today'

The assassination attempt occurred just days before the Republican National Convention kicks off in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Trump is expected to address his delegates assembled who will formally nominate him to become the GOP nominee for the presidency. 

His campaign said he will still attend the convention, which will go on as planned.

'As was communicated earlier this evening, President Trump is doing well and grateful to law enforcement and first responders for their fast action.'

'President Trump looks forward to joining you all in Milwaukee as we proceed with our convention to nominate him to serve as the 47th President of the United States. As our party's nominee, President Trump will continue to share his vision to Make America Great Again.'