The Real Story Behind The Attempted Assassination Of Donald Trump
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Thomas Crooks managed to send eight bullets flying in 26 seconds, before he was shot dead by secret service agents.

He missed his target Donald Trump, but managed to draw blood - grazing the former president’s right ear with a bullet.

Now, as more details emerge, Host of ABC podcast If You're Listening? Matt Bevan joins us to delve into the details of the crime, the shooter, and the aftermath that we might have missed. 

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Guest: Host of ABC podcast If You're Listening? Matt Bevan

**Host: **Gemma Bath

Executive Producer: Liv Proud****

**Audio Producer: **Scott Stronach

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