Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old shooter who attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, was previously featured in a BlackRock ad in 2023.
The ad was filmed at Bethel Park High School, where Crooks was a student. This revelation adds a new dimension to the investigation as authorities continue to piece together Crooks’ background and motives.

The incident has shocked the nation, prompting discussions on security and political violence.