The Trump campaign has taken a sharp and accusatory tone following the second apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Trump and his allies are quick to blame Democrats and their rhetoric for the violent incident, further inflaming tensions in an already volatile political climate.
NBC News correspondents Dasha Burns and Aaron Gilchrist provide the latest updates from both the Harris and Trump campaigns, highlighting the backlash and finger-pointing that has ensued in the aftermath of the attempted attack. New York Times Chief White House Correspondent Peter Baker and American University professor Cynthia Miller-Idriss weigh in on the disturbing trend of political violence in America and the role that inflammatory language and divisive rhetoric play in escalating tensions.
The escalation of political violence in America is a concerning trend that threatens the very foundation of our democracy. The blame game and finger-pointing only serve to further polarize an already deeply divided nation, making it imperative for leaders on both sides of the aisle to condemn violence and work towards de-escalation.
As the 2024 election looms on the horizon, the rhetoric and tone of political discourse will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping the future of our country. It is imperative that all parties work towards fostering a more civil and respectful dialogue, rather than resorting to blame and accusations in the face of tragedy.
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Bro lost his marbles… Scratch that, he sold them to his followers.
Start paying close attention to how the media frames things—they aren’t just reporting, they’re shaping your perception on purpose. A clear example is the way most left-leaning outlets referred to the assassination attempt on Trump as an "apparent" attempt. There's no ambiguity here, it was an assassination attempt. But by using words like "apparent," they’re deliberately planting doubt, making you question whether it really happened or if it was staged, and downplaying the seriousness of the event. This is done to manipulate your thinking without you even realizing it. Once you see the pattern, it’s hard to unsee. You're being subtly influenced at every turn.
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You forgot the bit where he had a Biden Harris sticker on his truck
well the media says the bomb threats are a result of donald trump's eating the pets claims. no one is asking for the evidence. the govenor said they were all hoaxs bt ok lets go with that. trump says the assasination attempts are a result of te left's rhetoric. the media goes no evidence for that. the double standard is shocking. anyone is allowed to say trump incited violence against migrants without evidence, but no one is allowed to say biden n harris incited violence against trump, without evidence.
Trump complains and accuses. But what happened on January 6? Did his words, full of fire and division, motivate many people to break the laws of our nation? There was an uprising. He has divided the Nation, families, friendships, etc. No one can deny that the exaggerations, defamations, insults and lies after lies have created an environment of hate, racism, injustice, even his own family has distanced itself from Trump. It is shameful and I am not a politician, but my ears hear and my eyes see.
The thief judges by his own conviction.
During Donald Trump's presidency, he spent 298 days playing golf, marking the highest number of golf days by any U.S. president within a single term. The U.S. economy contracted at the fastest rate since 1946 and the unemployment rate reached 14.7%, the highest since the Great Depression. The U.S. national debt expanded by 40.43%.
We need to acknowledge the simple emotional relationship between hate and fear. Fear leads to hate. It's very difficult to put the violence of 2016 behind us when Trump is still in the public space as part of leadership. The most afraid of all is Donald Trump as he faces inevitable sentencing, he has nothing to lose.
“AS YE SOW – SO SHALL YE REAP” – Sow hate …, Sow violence…, Sow fear…, what can be the expected result?
Oh the hypocrisy 🤦🏽♀️😒
The truth doesn’t matter. MAGA will believe whatever bs drools out of their leaders mouth.
Trump is a threat to the structures that ensure democracy and democratic processes. Why not write up a list of all the quotes he has said from eliminating the constitution, becoming a dictator, using the military against citizenry, etc. etc. etc.
The MSM should STOP with this BS!!! Keep falling for these stunts…this man has shown you who he is over and over again!! Just stop.
Women's ighland? Sure Trump but yet abandoning isn't correct especially after all. So who's court wants to listen to you vs me?????
He was someone who got Brive from the democrats and receive money under the table.
Same people that tried to HANG MIKE PENCE… say others are to blame!!! HYPOCRISY
Why aren't we hearing why Trump went to the golf course when it's reported in written media that he was told of the possible incident before? It's a shame that every media platform is reporting the same thing when there are so many unanswered questions that need answers that they could report on.
What you've just said is one of the most insanely idiotic things I have ever heard. At no point in your rambling, incoherent response were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. Everyone in this room is now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may God have mercy on your soul.
Donald Trump is a total disgrace to America !
Good Boy DeSantis, Trump's servant already!?
Trump is right. Calling him HitLa and a threat is causing deranged people to try and be heroes and take him out.
Even if it's not right to normalize or justify political violence, the fact is that he is bringing it upon himself.
" Why are you making us attack you!?" -democrats
Trump is a toxic person and he is a shame for the republicans 😊that still act and think normally
Thank you for pointing out trump’s own hateful rhetoric! I am so tired of democrats being blamed for the current political atmosphere, considering hateful rhetoric has been trump’s schtick since he got into politics.
Democrats always keep talking about others without detailing policies while the country nears a recession under 'Bidenomics.' Those still voting for them are clueless. Look at the last 4 years in terms of economics metrics. How can you stll have faith in Biden-Kamala. Insanity
All of the political violence is only being carried out by one side of the political aisle. Democrats have a monopoly on political violence. So far
Everyone saying rhetoric is against trump, no one saying trump is the one starting it and he needs to stop.
Third time is a charm…
Fascinating. Trump/Vance using dangerously provocative language to call for democrats to moderate their tone. Just heard Vance call for different rhetoric as he lied about migrants in Springfield. I love this question, "How in the world did we get here?" Pretty sure things started with an escalator ride at Trump Tower. . . . and words about immigrants as "rapists." I'm not saying the democrats are blameless, and certainly there is nonsense from all sides online, but it would be a delusional false equivalence to suggest that both sides have been equal in their use of dangerous language that has lead to violence.
NBC is disgusting
Democrats do not need to unite with bigots, crooks and fascists in republicans.
How can he run this country if elected in his delerious state of mind?😢
Both assassination attempts were by X Trumper's. What needs to happen? Is Trump needs to stop his racist, homophobic, fascist, etc speeches. It is his own people feeling betrayed!!!
3s a charm. The radical right doesn't want trump around any more
Peter Baker is great. His assessment of where we are and how we got there is excellent. Unfortunately this the Ron DeSantises come out of the woodwork to exploit a terrible event for political gain.
HARRIS 2024!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Trying to overturn elections, trying to steal a democracy puts your life at risk. Just a fact of life.
MAKE AIMING GREAT AGAIN