Former President Donald Trump accused President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris of fostering a political environment that led to a second assassination attempt against him. Trump’s comments came during an impromptu press conference where he claimed that the aggressive rhetoric from the current administration was to blame for escalating tensions across the country.
“This is the second time an attempt has been made on my life, and the reason is clear — it’s because of the dangerous rhetoric coming from Joe Biden and Kamala Harris,” Trump asserted. “They are the ones fueling hatred and division, and their words are inspiring this kind of violence.”
The alleged assassination attempt, details of which remain under investigation, has not yet been fully confirmed by authorities. Trump, however, has doubled down on his accusations, describing the current administration as the “real threat” to the safety and security of the nation.
“People see what’s happening. They see a government that doesn’t care about them, and they’re being told by the President and Vice President that everything is my fault. This kind of toxic messaging is pushing people to extremes,” Trump said.
Neither Biden nor Harris have directly responded to Trump’s latest allegations, but officials within the White House have repeatedly denounced political violence from any side, stressing the importance of unity and civil discourse.
This is not the first time Trump has accused the current administration of incitement. In previous public appearances, he has claimed that Biden and Harris have consistently used inflammatory language that has created a hostile political atmosphere. His supporters have echoed these claims, while his critics argue that Trump’s own rhetoric has been a key contributor to the current polarization.
Political analysts suggest that Trump’s comments may be an attempt to galvanize his base ahead of the 2024 election, framing himself as a victim of a politically charged atmosphere created by his opponents.
As the investigation into the latest incident continues, Trump remains defiant. “I’m not going to be intimidated by these attempts on my life, or by the lies coming from the White House. The American people know who the real threat is.”