Trump blames Biden-Harris rhetoric for assassination attempts

Former President Donald Trump recently faced an apparent second assassination attempt at his Florida golf course, prompting him to blame the rhetoric of President Biden and Vice President Harris for inciting violence against him. In a statement to Fox News Digital, Trump claimed that the suspect, Ryan Wesley Routh, acted on the rhetoric of Biden and Harris, which he believes is endangering his life while he positions himself as a savior of the country. Following the incident, Trump's campaign quickly sent out a fundraising email, capitalizing on the situation to rally support and donations from his base. The assassination attempt occurred on a Sunday, with authorities reporting that a Secret Service counter-sniper shot and killed the gunman who had fired at Trump. This incident marks the second attempt on Trump's life within a two-month period, raising concerns about his safety and the political climate surrounding him. The Trump campaign has a history of attributing threats to his life to the actions and words of Democrats, using these events to galvanize support and financial contributions. In the aftermath of the incident, Trump's team continued to send out fundraising emails, emphasizing the perceived threats he faces and criticizing the media's portrayal of the situation. The emails included strong language against Kamala Harris and her supporters, framing them as responsible for the violence directed at Trump. This strategy reflects a broader trend in Trump's political approach, where he often leverages crises to strengthen his fundraising efforts. As investigations into the assassination attempts continue, the GOP-led House is looking into the Secret Service's response to the first incident. The ongoing scrutiny of Trump's safety and the political rhetoric surrounding him highlights the increasingly volatile nature of American politics, where accusations and blame are frequently exchanged between opposing parties.