James Copenhaver Dies at 76: Man Wounded in 2024 Trump Rally Shooting

James Copenhaver, who was seriously wounded during the July 13, 2024 campaign rally shooting in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died at age 76. Copenhaver was one of the attendees injured during the attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald Trump. His family confirmed his death through his attorney, while the Allegheny County medical examiner reported that his cause of death had not been disclosed.

This article looks at Copenhaver’s life, the 2024 Butler rally shooting, his recovery and lasting injuries, and the circumstances surrounding his death. It also provides factual background on the other people affected by the attack and the subsequent scrutiny of security arrangements at the event.