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Donald Trump Jr. reflected on the chilling moments when he first learned of the assassination attempt on his father, former President Donald Trump. The Secret Service sprang into action, swiftly removing Trump from the stage after he was hit in the ear during the incident, which tragically claimed the life of former volunteer fire chief Corey Comperatore.
During an interview on the “Joe Pags Show,” Trump Jr. shared the tense experience of receiving the initial call about the attack while he was with his children. He described the uncertainty and fear he felt as news trickled in. The younger Trump recounted his father’s defiance in the face of danger, standing up and rallying the crowd with a resolute cry of “Fight!” as chaos erupted.
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Despite the harrowing events, Trump Jr. reassured listeners that his father was doing well and even managed to find humor in the situation, commending him for his bold reaction. In classic Trump style, the former president’s response to the attempt on his life was met with a mixture of seriousness and defiance, embodying his unyielding spirit.
In response to the politically charged atmosphere surrounding the incident, Trump Jr. criticized the relentless attacks Democrats have launched against his father. He highlighted the numerous attempts to undermine and discredit the former president, from financial battles to calls for stripping his security detail. The younger Trump expressed frustration at the vitriol directed at his father, suggesting that the long-standing hostilities may have painted a target on the former president’s back.
This was not the first time that former President Trump faced such a threat, recalling a similar incident during a 2016 rally in Las Vegas. The family’s resilience in the face of danger demonstrates their unwavering commitment to their beliefs and refusal to be intimidated by those who seek to silence them.
