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Biden says 'everybody must condemn' attack on Trump and later speaks with ex-president

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President Joe Biden. [AP]

President Joe Biden said Saturday that "everybody must condemn" the suspected assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.

Addressing the nation about two hours after the shooting, Biden said he was relieved that Trump is reportedly "doing well." He said he had been unable to reach Trump before his remarks, but the White House said he did speak to Trump several hours later.

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