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  • Trump Says Biden, Harris’ ‘Inflammatory Rhetoric’ Led To Assassination Attempt, Calls Them A Threat | world news

    Launching a fiery attack against Democrats, former US President Donald Trump has said that President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris’ “rhetoric” is responsible for the second assassination attempt against him since July, media reported. Trump said on Monday that the suspected gunman “acted” on the “highly inflammatory language” of Democrats, CNN reported.

    The Republican nominee’s sharp remarks came a day after he escaped an attack at International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. During an interview with Fox News, the former President said that the suspect “believed the rhetoric of Biden and Harris, and he acted on it”. Trump added, “Their rhetoric is causing me to be shot at, when I am the one who is going to save the country, and they are the ones that are destroying the country — both from the inside and out.”

    The former President pointed to comments made by Biden and Harris that Trump is a threat to democracy, according to Fox News Digital, and said, “These are people that want to destroy our country.” He said that Biden and Harris, “They are the real threat.” “They use highly inflammatory language,” Trump said. “I can use it too — far better than they can — but I don’t,” he added.

    Harris, her running mate and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and Biden all quickly expressed relief that a person suspected of planning to target Trump at one of his Florida golf courses was spotted before he could get off a shot and that the former President was safe. Harris said she was briefed on the incident and wrote on social media: “I am glad he is safe. Violence has no place in America.”

    Biden and Harris have both argued Trump presents a clear threat to US democracy. When Biden began his 2024 campaign which he has since suspended, he pointed to the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the US Capitol that Trump incited and argued Trump was “willing to sacrifice our democracy, put himself in power”. Harris has argued Trump is a “threat to our democracy and fundamental freedoms”.

    The suspected gunman, Ryan Wesley Routh, possessed an AK-47-style rifle pointing through the chain-link fence out toward the green, a go-pro camera, and two backpacks. Routh escaped from the spot but was pulled over and arrested on I-95, according to Fox News report.

    Following the shooting incident near his Florida Golf Course on Sunday, former US President Trump said that he is absolutely “safe and well”. He was playing golf at West Palm Beach’s Trump International Golf Club.

    In a fundraising email, Trump wrote, “There were gunshots in my vicinity, but before rumors start spiraling out of control, I wanted you to hear this first: I AM SAFE AND WELL!” “Nothing will slow me down. I will NEVER SURRENDER! I will always love you for supporting me,” he said in the email.

    Trump is “safe following gunshots in his vicinity,” the Trump Campaign said in a statement on Sunday, according to CNN. Soon after the incident took place, Trump ally Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina spoke with him, and said that he is in “good spirits”.

    The second assassination attempt against Trump came after he was shot in the ear at a rally in Pennsylvania by a gunman who killed one person and injured others before being shot by police on July 13.

  • From Kamala Harris To Josh Sapiro: Who Will Replace Biden In 2024 Presidential Race? , world news

    Following President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the 2024 US presidential election, speculation is rife about who will emerge as the Democratic nominee for the White House. Several prominent Democrats are positioning themselves for a potential run. Vice President Kamala Harris, a key figure in Biden’s campaign fundraising alongside him, appears strongest to inherit his support.

    Others eyeing a bid include California Governor Gavin Newsom, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, Maryland Governor Wes Moore, and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear. Despite Harris’s front-runner status, how the party will select its nominee remains uncertain in the absence of Biden.

    Kamala Harris:

    Vice President Kamala Harris is among the leading contenders, steadily bolstering her profile and connections nationwide. Her background as a senator and California’s attorney general enhances her candidacy, marking a potentially historic moment as the first woman and person of color to pursue the presidency.

    Gavin Newsom:

    Governor Gavin Newsom of California continues to be mentioned, despite the absence of an automatic succession rule for vice presidents. Newsom, who has governed the nation’s most populous state for five years and is a staunch advocate for abortion rights, has hinted at his presidential ambitions through extensive travel, advertising his achievements, and substantial political investments.

    Gretchen Whitmer:

    Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, known for her state’s diverse demographic and strong blue-collar base, remains another viable candidate. Her vocal opposition to Donald Trump and her state’s pivotal role in past elections make her a compelling choice for supporters.

    Josh Shapiro:

    Josh Shapiro, Governor of Pennsylvania, oversees a crucial swing state and has a record of confronting major issues such as clergy abuse and opioid crisis. His centrist stance and oratory skills position him as a contender for higher office.

    Other Contenders

    Names like Governor JB Pritzker of Illinois, Governor Wes Moore of Maryland, and Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky are also circulating, though their prospects seem limited. Additionally, Senators Amy Klobuchar and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, both previous contenders against Biden, are being mentioned in discussions.

  • Donald Trump Officially Nominated As Republican Presidential Candidate, Ohio Senator JD Vance Is His VP Pick |

    Republicans on Monday nominated former president Donald Trump to lead their ticket for a third time. Whereas, Trump announces Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate in Milwaukee (US).

    This marks Donald Trump’s third consecutive run after winning in 2016 and losing to President Joe Biden in 2020. The Republican leader will face Biden again in November.

    The scene upon Trump’s formal nomination reflected the depths of his popularity among Republican activists. When he cleared the necessary number of delegates, video screens in the arena read “OVER THE TOP” while the song “Celebration” played and delegates danced and waved Trump signs. Throughout the voting, delegates flanked by “Make America Great Again” signs applauded as state after state voted their support for a second Trump term.

    “We must unite as a party, and we must unite as a nation,” said Republican Party Chairman Michael Whatley, Trump’s handpicked party leader, as Monday’s primetime session opened. “We must show the same strength and resilience as President Trump and lead this nation to a greater future.” But Whatley and other Republican leaders Monday made clear that their calls for harmony didn’t extend to President Joe Biden and Democrats.

    “Their policies are a clear and present danger to America, to our institutions, our values ​​and our people,” said Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson, welcoming the party to his battleground state, which Trump won in 2016 but lost to Biden four years ago.

    At the Pennsylvania rally on Saturday, Trump was injured and one man died. Some delegates chanted “fight, fight, fight” — the same words that Trump was seen shouting to the crowd as the Secret Service ushered him off the stage, his fist raised and face bloodied.

    “We should all be thankful right now that we are able to cast our votes for President Donald J Trump after what took place on Saturday,” said New Jersey state Sen. Michael Testa as he announced all of his state’s 12 delegates for Trump.

  • Trump Bounces Back Swiftly After Assassination Attempt As Biden Urges Nation To ‘Cool It Down’ |

    Trump Assasination Bid: Trump Assasination Bid: Former US President Donald Trump has swiftly resumed his public engagements. Trump reaffirms his commitment to attending the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Following the harrowing incident where gunfire pierced his right ear, Trump declared his decision to maintain his schedule, denouncing any attempt to disrupt his activities as capitulation to violence. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden delivered an address to the nation, condemning the attack and urging for national unity amidst escalating political tensions.

    Trump confirmed his attendance and explained his decision to proceed as planned. “Based on yesterday’s terrible events, I was going to delay my trip to Wisconsin, and The Republican National Convention, by two days, but have just decided that I cannot allow a ‘shooter,’ or potential assassin, to force change to scheduling, or anything else. Therefore, I will be leaving for Milwaukee, as scheduled, at 3:30 PM TODAY. Thank you! DJT,” Trump said.

    Joe Biden Addresses Nation

    On the other hand, US President warned of election-year rhetoric in a prime-time address. President Joe Biden warned of the dangers of political violence in the US on Sunday. The address comes in light after an attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump on Saturday. “It’s time to cool it down,” Biden said. In a national address from the Oval Office, Biden emphasized that while political passions can be intense, ‘we must never descend into violence.” “There is no place in America for this kind of violence — for any violence. Ever. Period. No exception. We can’t allow this violence to be normalised,” he stated.

    #WATCH | Washington DC: While addressing the nation, US President Joe Biden says, “…Tonight, I want to speak to what we do know. A former president was shot, and an American citizen was killed, while simply exercising his freedom to support the candidate of his choosing. We… pic.twitter.com/qr5kRRIWde — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2024

    Biden’s speech lasted for about five minutes. He highlighted the opening of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Monday and his plans to campaign for reelection across the country. He said, “”…Tonight, I want to speak to what we do know. A former president was shot, and an American citizen was killed, while simply exercising his freedom to support the candidate of his choosing. We cannot, we must not go down this road in America we’ve travelled before throughout our history, violence has never been the answer. Whether it’s with members of Congress of both parties being targeted and shot, or a violent mob attacking the Capitol on January 6, or brutal attack on the spouse of former speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, or information and intimidation on election officials, or the kidnapping plot against the sitting governor, or an attempted assassination on Donald Trump. There is no place in America for this kind of violence, for any violence ever. Period. No exceptions. We cannot allow this violence to be normalised. You know, the political record in this country has gotten very heated. It’s time to cool it down. We all have a responsibility to do that. Yes, we have deeply felt strong disagreements. The stakes in this election are enormously high. I’ve said many times that the choice in the selection we make in this election is going to shape the future of America and the world for decades to come…”

    Donald Trump Assassination Bid

    Trump was on stage at a campaign rally on Saturday when gunshots rang out and Secret Service agents stormed the stage. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) identified the gunman as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. The FBI is investigating the entire incident as ‘potential domestic terrorism’, reported Al Jazeera.

  • Trump injured in shooting at rally, at least 1 dead – Watch |

    Former President Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, was disrupted by a reported gunfire incident ahead of the 2024 US presidential elections, CBS News reported.

    One attendee died from a gunshot wound sustained during the shooting at former US President Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania, CNN reported, citing Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger.

    The shooter was also killed by the Secret Service, CNN reported, citing a Secret Service source.

    After the incident, Trump was immediately rushed off stage by US Secret Service agents on Saturday. The former President was taken away in a motorcade.

    The video that went viral on social media showed former President Donald Trump bleeding from his ear.


    #WATCH | Gunfire at Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania (USA). He was escorted to a vehicle by the US Secret Service

    “The former President is safe and further information will be released when available’ says the US Secret Service.

    (Source – Reuters) pic.twitter.com/289Z7ZzxpX — ANI (@ANI) July 13, 2024


    Following the incident, Secret Service Spokesman Anthony Guglielmi stated that protective measures have been implemented and the incident is currently under active investigation.

    Guglielmi confirmed that Trump is safe and more information will be released as it becomes available.

    “An incident occurred the evening of July 13 at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania. The Secret Service has implemented protective measures and the former President is safe. This is now an active Secret Service investigation and further information will be released when available,” the Secret Service spokesman wrote in a post on X.


    Chief of Communications for the United States Secret Service, Anthony Guglielmi tweets, “An incident occurred the evening of July 13 at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania. The Secret Service has implemented protective measures and the former President is safe. This is now an active… pic.twitter.com/iLJqIIVHbd — ANI (@ANI) July 13, 2024


    Meanwhile, Tesla CEO Elon Musk wished Trump a “rapid recovery” shortly after the incident took place.

    Musk shared a video of the incident on X and said, “I fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery.”

    US president and his republic opponent Joe Biden also condemned the incident and said that there is no place for this kind of violence in America.

    Biden shared a post on X and said, “I have been briefed on the shooting at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania. I’m grateful to hear that he’s safe and doing well. I’m praying for him and his family and for all those who were at the rally, as we await further information. Jill and I are grateful to the Secret Service for getting him to safety.”


    I have been briefed on the shooting at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania.

    I am grateful to hear that he is safe and doing well. I’m praying for him and his family and for all those who were at the rally, as we await further information.

    Jill and I are grateful to the Secret… — President Biden (@POTUS) July 13, 2024