Former President Donald Trump has blamed President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for what he claims is the second assassination attempt against him. In a recent interview, Trump pointed to the “inflammatory rhetoric” of the current administration as the driving force behind the attack. He emphasized that the rhetoric from Biden and Harris was inspiring violence against him, particularly referencing the shooter involved in the most recent incident at Trump’s Florida golf club(POLITICO)(Washington Examiner).
The incident occurred at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, where Ryan Wesley Routh, the alleged gunman, was apprehended after being spotted by a Secret Service agent. Routh was armed with an AK-47-style rifle but was detained before any shots were fired. The FBI and the state of Florida have both launched investigations into the attempted attack(POLITICO)(Novinite).
Trump, who previously survived another assassination attempt in July, has been vocal about the threats he faces, attributing them to the political climate fostered by his opponents. He accused Biden and Harris of using dangerous rhetoric, which he claims incites actions like the attempted shooting. Harris responded with a statement condemning political violence, while Biden reiterated his relief that Trump was unharmed, calling for more resources for the Secret Service to ensure the safety of political figures(Washington Examiner).
Despite the threats, Trump has maintained his resolve to continue his campaign for the 2024 presidential election. He assured his supporters that he remains “safe and well” and used the moment to rally his base, reinforcing his commitment to fight for the country(Novinite).
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