David Dutch and James Copenhaver, who were critically injured during the July 2024 assassination attempt on then-presidential candidate Donald Trump, will attend his inauguration. The two men were shot during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, when a gunman opened fire. Their attorney, Joseph Feldman, released a statement expressing their gratitude to President Trump and his team for the invitation, emphasizing the president-elect's compassionate treatment of them. Trump and his team have reportedly maintained close contact with the families throughout the recovery process.

L-R: David Dutch and James Copenhaver.  (Facebook; Family Handout)

Following Trump's election victory, Copenhaver and Dutch met with him. A third victim, Corey Comperatore, a former fire chief, tragically died protecting his family during the attack. Feldman conveyed his clients' condolences to the Comperatore family. He also reaffirmed their unwavering support for President Trump and their anticipation of his upcoming term.

Former Buffalo Township Fire Chief Corey Comperatore pictured with his daughters in an undated family photo. Authorities say Thomas Matthew Crooks, who attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler County, Pennsylvania, struck and killed Comperatore in the crossfire. Secret Service agents returned fire, killing Crooks. (Helen Comperatore/Facebook)

Both Dutch and Copenhaver were shot twice. Trump, who suffered a minor ear injury, has acknowledged his campaign staff's role in his survival, explaining how a last-minute presentation change caused him to turn his head at the crucial moment.

David Dutch walks from Trump rally with gunshot wounds. (Facebook/ Republican Committee of Beaver County)

The two survivors have undergone weeks of hospitalization and continue to grapple with the lasting impact of their injuries. They plan to pursue accountability for the incident. Feldman commended their resilience and patriotism in attending the inauguration despite their ongoing recovery. He also expressed gratitude for the president's team's assistance in accommodating their needs during the event.

Former President Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, PA on Saturday, July 13, 2024.  (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Questions remain about the gunman's access to the roof of a nearby building, from which he fired shots. Officials have stated that the gunman scaled HVAC equipment to reach his shooting position. Feldman has previously criticized the security failures that allowed the incident to occur. The gunman had also reportedly flown a drone near the rally site earlier in the day, and FBI Director Christopher Wray testified that the gunman had been present at the rally site for approximately 70 minutes that morning.

Chilling video has been released showing Thomas Matthew Crooks casually walking through a crowd in Butler, Pennsylvania, nearly two hours before he opened fire on former President Trump and attendees at a campaign rally.  (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images, main, and Iron Clad USA, inset.)

A House Task Force report highlighted planning, execution, and leadership failures that contributed to the dangerous environment at the rally. The report recommends reevaluating the Secret Service's structure and its protection protocols.