Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul says staff member 'brutally attacked,' sustained 'life-threatening' injuries Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul has reported that one of his staff members was brutally attacked and sustained life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred on Friday, May 21, 2021, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. According to Sen. Paul, the attack was unprovoked and occurred while the staff member was mowing the lawn. The assailant, who has been identified as 59-year-old Rene Boucher, allegedly tackled the staff member from behind, causing him to fall to the ground and sustain serious injuries. Sen. Paul has condemned the attack and called for justice to be served. He has also expressed his gratitude to the first responders who arrived on the scene and provided medical assistance to his staff member. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of public officials and their staff members. Sen. Paul has been a vocal critic of political violence and has called for an end to the divisive rhetoric that has become increasingly prevalent in American politics. In a statement, Sen. Paul said, Violence of any kind is unacceptable in our society, and I condemn this senseless act of aggression. My thoughts and prayers are with my staff member and his family during this difficult time. The attack on Sen. Paul's staff member is a reminder that political violence has no place in our society. It is important for all Americans to come together and condemn such acts of aggression, regardless of political affiliation. As the investigation into the attack continues, it is important for law enforcement officials to hold the assailant accountable for his actions. Sen. Paul has called for justice to be served, and it is up to the justice system to ensure that the perpetrator is held responsible for his actions. In the meantime, Sen. Paul has urged his constituents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity to law enforcement officials. He has also called for an end to the divisive rhetoric that has become all too common in American politics, and for a return to civility and respect for one another. The attack on Sen. Paul's staff member is a sobering reminder that political violence has no place in our society. It is up to all of us to come together and condemn such acts of aggression, and to work towards a more peaceful and respectful society.