Rep. Mike Turner calls for deescalation after Trump assassination claims
- Rep. Mike Turner responded to Eric Trump's claims about assassination attempts on Donald Trump, stating they were inaccurate.
- Turner emphasized the need for political candidates to de-escalate their rhetoric and criticized Vice President Harris for not addressing threats against Trump.
- The FBI is investigating two assassination attempts, highlighting the serious nature of political violence in the current climate.
In the United States, Rep. Mike Turner, chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, addressed allegations made by Eric Trump regarding assassination attempts on former President Donald Trump. During a recent rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Trump and his supporters suggested that Democrats were behind these attempts. Turner refuted these claims, emphasizing the need for political candidates to tone down their rhetoric. He also criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for not condemning threats against Trump, which he believes could deter future violence. The FBI is investigating two incidents involving attempts on Trump's life, including a shooting at a rally and a separate incident on a golf course. Turner highlighted the importance of acknowledging these threats and the role of political leaders in addressing them to ensure safety and stability in the political landscape.