First Lady Jill Biden reportedly had a phone conversation with former First Lady Melania Trump on Sunday, following the assassination attempt against former President Trump. The White House and Trump campaign have not yet provided comments on the matter.
Details of the conversation between Jill Biden and Melania Trump have not been disclosed. President Biden also reached out to former President Trump to offer his condolences shortly after the incident on Saturday.
In a televised address from the Oval Office on Sunday evening, President Biden called for unity and condemned the attack, standing alongside members of his cabinet. He emphasized the importance of lowering the political temperature and reminded Americans that despite disagreements, they are not enemies but fellow citizens who must stand together.
President Biden expressed gratitude for the news that former President Trump is recovering well and assured that he and his family are in their prayers. He also extended deepest condolences to the family of Corey Comperatore, who tragically lost his life while protecting his loved ones during the incident.
