Milwaukee, WI – In an extraordinary display of resilience, former President Donald Trump arrived in Milwaukee today, undeterred by an assassination attempt that could have ended his life. Rather than retreating or altering his schedule, Trump has shown unwavering determination to continue his planned engagements.
This incident highlights a stark contrast between the rhetoric often propagated and the reality on the ground. For years, the media and the Biden administration have characterized Trump as a dictator and a threat to democracy. However, in the wake of this attempt on his life, those same voices are now urging calm and expressing relief at his safety. This shift raises questions about the consistency of their narrative.
If Trump were truly the existential threat he has been portrayed to be, it seems contradictory for his critics to offer thoughts and prayers for his well-being. Such responses suggest hypocrisy, revealing a disconnection between their words and actions.
The narrative that former President Donald Trump is a threat to democracy has been both dangerous and misleading. True believers of living under a dictatorship often take drastic measures—selling property, fleeing the country, silencing dissent. None of these actions have been observed because the portrayal of Trump as a dictator is a fabrication. The events of Saturday prove that even his most vocal critics do not see him as the threat they have claimed. It’s time to end this harmful rhetoric once and for all.
Moreover, this recent incident underscores a critical failure by the Secret Service. Allowing a shooter with a rifle to get a clear shot at the leading presidential candidate is an egregious breach of security. This isn’t about the bravery of individual agents; it’s about a systemic failure that cannot be overlooked. There are only two plausible explanations: incompetence or malice. A thorough investigation is imperative to determine which it is and to ensure such failures do not recur.
Recognizing the gravity of the situation, House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson and Rep. James Comer (R-Ky.), have committed to uncovering the truth behind the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. They must be thorough and relentless in their pursuit. Transparency and accountability are paramount given the prevailing lack of trust in the Biden administration and the media. This investigation should be supported by outside counsel with subpoena power to ensure a comprehensive and impartial inquiry.
The Biden administration and its allies will likely resist such scrutiny, but this investigation transcends politics. It’s about restoring faith in our institutions and ensuring the safety of our leaders. President Biden has called for a fast-track investigation, and we must hold him to that commitment. Clear answers are needed to fundamental questions: How did the shooter gain access to the roof? What protocols failed? What steps will be taken to prevent such an incident from ever happening again?
Without a thorough investigation, public trust in the government will further erode, fostering conspiracy theories and deepening divisions. The American people deserve the truth, and it is up to House Republicans to deliver it. This is a pivotal moment. We must seize it to restore confidence in our democracy and ensure the safety of those who lead it.