In the wake of the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, President Joe Biden's reelection campaign is navigating a sensitive moment in American politics with caution.
Following the incident at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, the Biden campaign swiftly took action by pulling down TV ads, pausing political communications, and postponing the president's trip to Texas. A senior adviser revealed that the internal directive is to proceed carefully on all matters related to Trump 'until further notice.'
The campaign is keen on avoiding any perception of politicizing the events and has adjusted its tone accordingly. Biden's campaign chair and manager instructed staff to refrain from public comments, including on social media, in the aftermath of the attempt.
As the Republican National Convention commences in Milwaukee, the Biden campaign remains cautious, with a recent Democratic National Convention fundraising appeal making only a passing mention of Trump. The campaign's strategy moving forward will be influenced by Biden's upcoming interview with NBC News' Lester Holt, where he is expected to provide guidance on the campaign's tone.
Biden allies are also monitoring the RNC to gauge the political climate and messaging from the opposition. The campaign is treading carefully in the aftermath of the incident, emphasizing a measured approach in the current political landscape.
