Former President Donald Trump came alarmingly close to being fatally shot at a Pennsylvania rally earlier this summer, according to his account of the ordeal.

In a candid conversation with Mark Levin, Trump discussed the immediate reaction of those closest to him, including his son, Barron Trump, as the Washington Examiner reports.

The incident unfolded as Trump addressed his supporters. Amid his speech, a gunshot echoed through the venue, causing immediate chaos. Quick to respond, Secret Service agents shielded Trump, who narrowly escaped a bullet that skimmed his ear.

Melania Trump, watching the event live on television, witnessed the harrowing moment in real time. The news reached Barron Trump while he was at a tennis lesson. Shocked, he rushed to understand the situation.

Donald Trump Jr., from another location, contacted his father, expressing relief and disbelief over his father's narrow escape.

Investigations Reveal Pre-Meditated Attack Details

Investigative efforts led by the FBI identified Thomas Matthew Crooks as the assailant. It was discovered that Crooks had been planning the attack for months, evident from his extensive online searches about Trump’s campaign events.

Further investigation revealed alarming preparations by Crooks, including his position on a roof facilitated by an air conditioning unit and possession of explosives in his vehicle.

The crime scene was extensively documented by the FBI, who later released photos showing Crooks's gun, his book bag, and the makeshift access to the roof from where he fired the shot.

Secret Service Faces Scrutiny in Wake of Incident

Following the assassination attempt, the Secret Service faced significant scrutiny over their handling of the event. Initially, they stated that no agents were suspended, but this was later corrected to confirm that several agents were reassigned to desk duty.

This included one agent from Trump's personal protection detail and four from the Pittsburgh field office, which includes the special agent in charge. The disciplinary action reflects the severity of the security lapses that day.

A source close to the matter commented on the disciplinary actions, emphasizing the seriousness of the lapses that allowed the incident to occur.

Barron Trump's Emotional Reaction to the News

Reflecting on the moment he was informed, Barron was initially in disbelief, as recounted by Donald Trump in an interview with Life, Liberty, and Levin on Fox News.

"He’s a good tennis player, he’s outside playing tennis, and somebody ran up ‘Barron, Barron, your father’s been shot’," Trump shared.

"You know, he loves his father. He’s a good kid, good student, good athlete, actually. And he ran, ‘Mom, what’s going on, what’s going on?’" he added.

The shock was palpable in Barron's urgent inquiries to his mother, who was herself struggling to comprehend the live broadcast.

Donald Trump Reflects on Miraculous Survival

The former president considers his survival nothing short of miraculous. "The shot fired at me should have been a sure thing," he stated, acknowledging the slender margin by which the bullet missed him.

Trump further commented on the broader impact of the incident, "God saved my life. I know people who have become believers in God since this historic event." This statement not only highlights his personal reflection but also the profound effect on others around him.

The incident has undoubtedly left a lasting imprint on Trump and his family members, echoed by their reactions and subsequent public statements.