THE ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT of former President Donald Trump will liven up his election campaign, an expert told The Sun.
A “powerful” photo of the “bloody but undefeated” state sends the message that he is the most powerful candidate than President Joe Biden, said pro Alan Mendoza.
Alan, director of the transatlantic foreign policy think tank Henry Jackson Society, told The Sun that the symbol alone could help secure Trump’s bid for the White House in 2024.
He said: “He [Trump] had presence of mind, after being shot, to show his defiance and shake his fist in the air.
“His first reaction is to cower and run off stage, but. . . to remind everyone watching that he is the man. . . who will play well. “
After five shots rang out at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, the former pre-appearance hid his podium by holding the side of his face.
But seconds later, he stood up, punched his fist in the air, and uttered “Fight, fight, fight!”while hordes of people applauded from the stands.
An iconic shot captured the American flag waving at that very moment, as Secret Service agents struggled to get him to safety.
Alan told The Sun: “Americans like strong, strong personalities like presidents who fear threats. “
It comes after weeks of clumsy gaffes by Biden’s camp, as the president continues to botch his words in speeches and news conferences.
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After calling Ukrainian leader Zelensky “President Putin” last week, one told The Sun that Biden even poses a “danger to the free world. “
A score of Biden’s own Democrats have already called for his resignation.
Alan said Saturday’s ambitious “strongman pose” was the former president’s way of telling his supporters: “I’m not going to go through to derail. United States will not be derailed. “
Trump’s reaction to the shooting also signals to other Americans that he will likely “respond the same way to other enemies at home. “
Alan believes that if the symbol remains “the defining symbol of this event,” “it could very well be Donald Trump’s campaign. “
Even Americans whom Alan describes as “neutral” will be moved by the sight of a presidential candidate shot, bleeding, and “dead. “
The bullets fired at the former president missed him by a few centimeters and were fired at 150 meters.
He shared a message today on his site TruthSocial, urging Americans to “stay resilient” and bolster their strongman image.
In his second message to his steadfast supporters after the shooting, Trump suggested “fear not. . . in the face of evil. “
It read as a rallying cry for his followers to stick together “as Americans,” and he even claimed to have been stored up through God.
After weeks of bad press for Biden, this failed assassination attempt may seal the deal for some Americans, Alan says.
He believes the contrast between Biden’s recent symbol — an aging, bumbling president who might not possibly be up to the task — and Trump’s “strongman stance” — could not be greater.
Alan told The Sun: “There are other people who obviously don’t believe [Biden] is compatible to be president anymore.
“Donald Trump is only 3 years younger, but he seems strong and determined.
“So I think those specific photographs will have an effect on the rest of the race.
“That iconic symbol of him, you know, taken, but still, bloodied so to speak, but undefeated. “
For some of those who voted for Biden next November, Alan believes they might reconsider their decision.
Dozens of politicians and celebrities have presented their gifts to the former president after he was reportedly shot at his rally in Pennsylvania on July 13.
President Biden held a brief press conference shortly after 8 p. m. Eastern Time. He said he looked forward to speaking with Trump.
“Look, in the United States there is no position for this type of violence. It is sick,” the president continued. “We cannot tolerate this. “
Vice President Harris said she was “relieved” that Trump was not seriously injured.
“Such violence has no place in our country,” he continued.
Former President Obama said in X: “There is no position for political violence in our democracy.
“While we still don’t know exactly what happened, we are all relieved that former President Trump was not seriously injured and we take this moment to recommit to being courteous and respectful in our politics. Michelle and I wish him a speedy return.
Donald Trump Jr. shared a photo of his father raising his fist moments after being shot, with the caption: “He will never stop fighting to save United States. “
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. : “Now is the time for all Americans who love our country to leave division, renounce all violence, and join in prayer for President Trump and his family. “
Elon Musk, Tesla’s chief executive, said: “I fully agree with President Trump and look forward to his speedy recovery. “
Britain’s new prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer, told X: “I am appalled by the shocking scenes from President Trump’s rally and wish him and his family circle all the best.
“Political violence, in any form, has no place in our societies and my mind is with all those who suffer this attack. “
Reformist leader and newly elected MP Nigel Farage said it was a “miracle” that his friend was still alive.
Farage said Sunday morning with Trevor Phillips: “I was very disappointed when I heard the overdue news last night, Donald Trump has miraculously survived, frankly.
“But one innocent user has died and two are fighting for their lives in the hospital. It’s horrible, but not surprising. “
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson also offered his condolences to Trump and his family, showing “the tragic fragility of democracy in the face of violence and unreason. “
Ukrainian Prime Minister Volodymyr Zelensky, who has been targeted for assassinations in the past, also said he was “horrified” by the events in the United States.
“This violence has no justification and has no place anywhere in the world. Violence never prevails,” he said in X.
“I send my wishes to all those who are horrified by this event. I need the United States to come out stronger. “
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