Attendees Report Eye Problems After Donald Trump Rally in Tucson
Eye Irritation Affects Rally Participants
Several attendees at Donald Trump’s Tucson, Arizona rally on September 12 have reported experiencing severe eye problems. The event, which drew over 2,000 people under 100-degree heat, left some participants seeking medical attention due to eye pain.
Investigation Underway
The Trump campaign is investigating the cause of the issue, but the Secret Service has stated they were unaware of anything unusual or any specific threat during the rally.
Symptoms Reported by Stage Right Attendees
According to reports, those standing on the stage right side of the event experienced the most symptoms, while attendees on stage left reported no issues. Some affected individuals described burning eyes and blurry vision.
Ongoing Discomfort
Mayra Rodriguez, a rally attendee, shared that her eyes were in severe pain and she had to visit the ER. Days later, she is still experiencing discomfort and impaired vision.
Concerns Raised by Attendees
Kathleen Winn, a former Congressional candidate, expressed concerns about whether there were any malicious actors involved. However, no concrete cause has been identified as of yet.