That is exactly what I am saying, getting shot in the ear should kill someone. The pop pop pop pop after sounded like an air-gun or paintball gun, like perhaps there was one truly aimed shot and then a bunch of fast shots. My other thought was some sort off poison dart, but that just sounds too spy movie.
The AP picture of Trump with a bloody nose and his fist raised, American Flag in the back-ground almost looks staged, but will now be on T-Shirts, posters, NFTs, and any manner of other merchandise. I am glad the reports are he is fine. I had CNN on as I tried to take an afternoon nap and was rattled awake, so please excuse me if I appeared short or without care.