With the US Election 2024 approaching in November, former President Donald Trump might turn the recent second assassination attempt against him into a strategic advantage to challenge the momentum of Vice President Kamala Harris, according to recent reports.
Ryan Wesley Routh's assassination attempt on the Republican nominee occurred at a critical moment when Trump was already under scrutiny. Allies were criticizing Trump over controversial remarks and his recent feud with Taylor Swift.
On September 15, 2024, shots were fired near the Trump International Golf Course in West Palm Beach, Florida, marking the second assassination attempt on Trump. This follows an earlier shooting incident while he was campaigning in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July 2024.
A Familiar Reaction
Trump attributed the attack to Vice President Kamala Harris, blaming the Democrats for fueling violence with their “rhetoric” and “lies.” Republican strategist James Davis noted that Trump’s reaction is consistent with past responses, highlighting the close call in July and its significant impact.
According to recent reports, the assassination attempt might allow Trump to present himself as a resilient leader. Despite the attack, Trump’s campaign schedule remains unchanged. He plans to campaign actively, portraying himself as a figure undeterred by “evil forces” attempting to undermine him. This approach could help him connect more closely with voters and allies.
Harris and Trump: A Tight Race
Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to conduct a series of events in key swing states next week. Current polls show a tight race between Trump and Harris in these battleground areas. Although Harris is seen as having won the US Presidential Debate on September 12, it has not significantly altered the dynamics of the race.
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