Former President Donald Trump recently spoke out about an apparent attempt on his life at his Florida golf club, blaming President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for the incident. During an interview with Fox News Digital, Trump claimed that the suspect acted on the rhetoric of Biden and Harris, stating that their words were causing him to be targeted.
Trump pointed to comments made by Biden and Harris, where they labeled him as a threat to democracy. He accused them of wanting to destroy the country and referred to their language as highly inflammatory. Despite his own use of strong rhetoric, Trump emphasized that he refrains from using it as extensively as his political opponents.
In response to the incident, Biden, Harris, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz expressed relief that Trump was safe and condemned violence. Harris stated that violence has no place in America and reiterated her gladness that the former president was unharmed.
Biden and Harris have consistently criticized Trump, with Biden highlighting the January 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection as evidence of Trump's threat to democracy. Harris has also characterized Trump as a danger to fundamental freedoms.
Trump, known for his confrontational language, has frequently targeted his rivals, judges, prosecutors, immigrants, and those who oppose him. He has made threats of retribution and suggested using the justice system against his political adversaries. Additionally, Trump has warned of severe consequences for election officials and operatives who he believes may engage in electoral fraud.
