Franklin Mayor Eugene Foulcard issued a statement Saturday night condemning the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump earlier in the day. attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump earlier in the day.
Foulcard said, “The violent actions of this evening in Pennsylvania have no place within our democratic process. Republican or Democrat WE are Americans! Whether you like or dislike a candidate should be squarely settled within the voting booth. Civility must prevail!
On behalf of the City of Franklin, I, Mayor Eugene P. Foulcard condemn the violent actions against former President Trump at his campaign rally. I pray we find peace within our hearts no matter what side of the aisle we stand.”