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In what could only be described as quintessential Donald Trump fashion, the former president revealed that it was his focus on border security—ironically, the very topic that so irks his detractors—that saved his life last weekend. While diving into his renowned immigration charts, Trump’s slight head tilt to examine the data caused an assassin’s bullet to graze him rather than achieve its deadly intent. Talk about poetic justice: a bullet from the opposition thwarted by a policy point they despise.
Set against the backdrop of the Republican National Convention, Trump took the stage to recount the harrowing ordeal. As he explained, the chart in question depicted a steep drop in illegal border crossings during his tenure—contrasted sharply by the border crisis that emerged under the Biden administration. Some might say the numbers don’t lie; clearly, bullets can’t dodge the truth either.
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— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) July 19, 2024
It was a sunny day in Butler, Pennsylvania, and Trump felt the energy of the crowd as he prepared to dive into his successful border policies. Just as he tilted his head to look at the ever-telling chart, he narrowly avoided disaster. A loud whizzing sound and a jolt to his ear later, Trump found his hand covered in blood. The ever-vigilant Secret Service swarmed the stage, protecting him as more bullets flew overhead.
In a display of his trademark resilience, Trump stood up, raised his fist, and shouted “Fight! fight!” If anyone had doubts about Trump’s fighting spirit, they should think again. His supporters, rooted in their spots, didn’t flee in panic. They knew their leader was in trouble, but their collective faith and resolve kept them calm. Trump attributed his survival to the grace of God, endorsing, yet again, his belief that divine providence plays a significant role in his journey.
Trump also honored Corey Compertore, a former fire chief who tragically lost his life protecting his family during the attack. In a moment that clearly moved many in attendance, Trump kissed Compertore’s helmet—a symbol of bravery and sacrifice. He announced that a Trump-supported campaign had raised $6.3 million for the families affected, reassuring everyone that those critically wounded would make a full recovery.
While some in the realm of fringe conspiracies spin tall tales about the attack being staged, the pictures of Trump with blood streaming down his face and a bandage over his ear put these theories to rest. And if any doubters remain, they were likely silenced by the roaring chants of “Yes you are!” from the convention hall. Trump stood before them, embodying the phrase: What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.
