US Election 2024: Trump's second assassination attempt could reverse the election

Last weekend, the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump added to the tension in American politics. This was the second time the presidential candidate had been assassinated. A new assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has added to the tension in US politics over the weekend. This is the second time the Republican presidential candidate has been targeted in less than three months. Although the assassination attempt was unsuccessful, it has still caused much debate and mixed reactions from the parties involved. Former US President Donald Trump - the Republican presidential candidate - attended a campaign event in Flint City (central Michigan) shortly after, on September 17, just two days after the second assassination attempt, AFP news agency reported. Michigan is considered a battleground state - where Mr. Trump defeated former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton (then Democratic presidential candidate) by about 0.2% in 2016. It was the first time since 1988 that a Republican candidate won in Michigan. In 2020, Trump lost to Joe Biden (the Democratic presidential candidate at the time) in Michigan by nearly 3%. According to the online news and polling site Real Clear Politics, Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris is leading Trump in Michigan by 0.7%. Does the assassination attempt prove Trump’s influence? At a campaign event in Flint on September 17, Trump described the threats against him, including the assassination attempts, as examples of his persuasive policy proposals, saying that “only presidents with great influence get shot.” ​​The Republican candidate then called on voters to “be brave” and join him, or else Americans “will no longer have a country.” Focusing on one of Flint’s biggest problems—a series of auto plant closures—Trump warned of the risk that China “will dominate” the electric vehicle market, according to The Detroit News. Mr. Trump said that if the Republican Party loses in Michigan, the state “will no longer have an auto industry in the next 2 to 3 years.” Responding to voters’ questions about food price reduction policies, Mr. Trump said he would “work” with farmers and try to reduce Americans’ electricity bills by 50% within 12 months if he returns to the White House. Mr. Trump: A blessing in disguise? Mr. Trump’s second assassination attempt occurred when the US presidential election entered a decisive phase, in which Vice President Kamala Harris, Mr. Trump’s opponent, was narrowing the gap in the polls, even leading in some key states. However, in contrast to the first assassination attempt, which helped Mr. Trump increase his support thanks to his resilient image, this incident did not attract much attention in debates and polls. The new assassination attempt has not only increased attention on Trump's security, but also given both parties a chance to use it to bolster their messaging in the race for the White House. Republican leaders have also called for increased security for the former president. House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senator Lindsey Graham have proposed bringing the Secret Service back under the auspices of the Treasury Department to ensure Trump is better protected amid heightened political tensions. President Biden and Harris call for unity: Democrats, Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden, quickly responded to the incident, but with a conciliatory tone and a call for unity. Harris has publicly expressed concern about political violence, asserting that "violence has no place in America." She also stressed the need to condemn all forms of political violence and encouraged people to come together to ensure that this incident does not lead to further violence. Vice President Harris expressed gratitude that Mr. Trump is safe and thanked the Secret Service and law enforcement for their prompt action. Now, with just seven weeks to go until the 2024 presidential election, the race for the White House has become more tense than ever as candidate Donald Trump has just faced a second assassination attempt. This incident not only raises questions about security for the candidates, but may also affect voter attitudes and the election strategies of the parties involved. This assassination could be a notable highlight in the tight race. The second attempt to assassinate Mr. Trump comes in a particularly tense context, as the United States has experienced many violent events, from the attack on the US Capitol building in 2021 to the riots in Charlottesville. The United States is a polarized place right now, and Trump’s assassination attempt is a clear sign that the country is facing serious security and stability challenges. The assassination attempt has become a hot topic during the election campaign. While Trump has tried to exploit the situation to highlight his role as a “victim,” his rivals, such as Vice President Kamala Harris, have been quick to condemn the violence, saying that “violence has no place in America.” However, the rise in political attacks has only added to the uncertainty among voters, especially those who are on the fence. Both candidates in the 2024 race for the White House – Donald Trump and Kamala Harris – are looking to win over undecided voters in swing states. Donald Trump’s two assassination attempts in a little over two months may have increased media and public attention, but it could also have unintended consequences. An assassination attempt on a presidential candidate typically generates sympathy from voters, but this does not always translate into lasting support. In the case of former President Trump, he used the incident to bolster his claim that he was the target of a vast conspiracy to prevent his return to the White House. However, his frequent divisiveness in American society makes it difficult to win over undecided voters. For example, after the first assassination attempt in July of this year, Trump called for unity in the country, but this call was quickly overshadowed by his divisive speeches at the Republican National Convention. For her part, Harris has used the events to bolster her image as a calm leader capable of guiding the country through a crisis. Several polls since the second assassination attempt have shown little change in the two candidates’ support. Harris still holds the advantage after the first debate, and new polls show her leading Trump in several key states. The 2024 presidential election is not just a contest between two individuals, but also a battle between two visions of America’s future. Trump, with his controversial political style, continues to polarize society. Harris, by contrast, is trying to present herself as a stable candidate capable of healing the nation’s rifts. The second assassination attempt on Trump has added to the tension of the 2024 US presidential election. While it may have generated a wave of sympathy from Trump supporters, the polarization has made the impact of the event unclear. The race for the White House is still in the balance and will depend on whether the candidates can convince voters in battleground states in the final weeks of the campaign. More significantly, the assassination attempt on Trump also reflects the underground violence that has crept into the US, as the intensity of conflict between factions increases. This raises major questions about the future of American democracy, especially when violence becomes an integral part of the election. If the candidates cannot prevent the rise of violence and polarization, the country could face serious challenges in maintaining stability and unity after the election.

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