Former U.S. President, Donald Trump claims it was either “by luck or by God’’ that he survived an assassination attempt on Saturday.
In a joint interview, Trump expressed his disbelief, stating, “I’m supposed to be dead.
“By luck or by God, many people are saying it’s by God I’m still here. I’m not supposed to be here. I’m supposed to be dead,’’ Trump added
He further elaborated that a last-minute movement likely saved his life.
“I rarely look away from the crowd. Had I not done that in that moment, well, we will not be talking today, would we?” Trump said.
A doctor at the hospital described his survival as a “miracle.”
Biden Warns of Political Violence After Attack on Trump
Following the attack on Trump, President Joe Biden emphasised the need to reduce political tension.
He urged the public to remember: “while we may disagree, we are not enemies.”
Biden stressed that differences should be resolved at the ballot box, not through violence.
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“The power to change America should always rest in the hands of the people, not in the hands of a would-be assassin,” he stated, calling for peaceful resolution of political conflicts.
Olawepo-Hashim Condemns Assassination Attempt
Former Nigerian Presidential Candidate Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim condemned the assassination attempt on Trump.
In a statement released by his media team, Olawepo-Hashim expressed gratitude for Trump’s survival and sympathy for the victims’ families.
He highlighted the ongoing issue of political violence, drawing parallels to past incidents involving J.F. Kennedy and Ronald Reagan.
“I also sympathize with the families of the victims of the shooting. The unfortunate incident, he added, is reminiscent of the assassination of J F Kennedy and attempted killing of President Ronald Regan, is a sad reminder that political violence remains a critical issue in one of the world’s most advanced democracies, as it is a worldwide phenomenon.
“The assassination attempt is condemnable and every lover of democracy must work for unity and peace to remove the toxicity in the atmosphere that breeds this sort of barbaric act.”
NNPP Chief Optimistic of Trump’s Victory
Olufemi Ajadi, a chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), expressed optimism about Trump’s victory in the upcoming election despite the assassination attempt.
Ajadi condemned the attack and called for increased security around Trump and his campaign team. He criticized Joe Biden’s tenure and predicted a win for Trump, citing his pragmatic handling of the economy and other policies during his first term.