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Planet Yuma, Coronado

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Aaron Stone Survives Assassination Attempt!

New Thessalonica - Yuma: Presidential Candidate Aaron Stone is currently under medical observation following an attack yesterday at New Thessalonica's Public Events and Culture Centre. Governor Stone, who was holding a small rally to denounce Liberty's recent action in Pennsylvania, as well as provide relief funding for displaced Erie residents, was shaking hands with residents following the main speech, when a lone gunman reportedly pulled a sidearm from their jacket and fired. On-scene security subdued the gunman, who is now in federal custody pending investigation. Authorities have stated that no one else was hurt. Governor Stone, who has been campaigning hard lately to undo complications following the events in Pennsylvania last month, has received criticism from both sides of the political spectrum for his campaign aims, which involve further cooperation with Crayter's military allies, as well as further cooperation with Liberty to develop Crayter's early trade-lane infrastructure. Many, including bitter rival Joshua Ellis, have denounced his efforts, claiming Stone is 'selling Crayter out to the Great Houses'; Ellis in particular has yet to comment on the attempt on Stone's life, despite numerous officials around him, including his own running mate Edgar Thiel, giving their sympathies for the Governor and his family. The gunman, identified on-scene and later confirmed as one Blake Hopkins, is a native of New London, and was among those who moved to Yuma following the Royal Navy's assault on Planet New London during the Gallic War. Hopkins is a registered citizen of both Bretonia and Crayter, though not a registered gun owner, and was labeled exempt from mandatory military service on the grounds of psychiatric impairment. It is unclear how he obtained a firearm, or how he was able to retain one past event security. The CIS has stated that they expect details concerning such by the end of the week. Medical professionals at Olympian Medical Center, nearby the event, have stated that Governor Stone is in stable condition, and will make a full recovery before Crayter's citizens go to the polls next month. That is all for now, stay tuned next week for more breaking news and updates from the Independent Worlds most trusted news broadcast! - - -