 Crux was a member of the local gun group known as the Clareton Sportsman's Club, according to a statement from the group's attorney. Dave Mistich, NPR News. Former President Trump says a bullet pierced the top of his ear. The attack came ahead of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Trump has already arrived in the city. Writing on his Truth Social blog, he said he would not allow a potential assassin to change his schedule.