In what feels like a scene ripped from a political thriller, Donald Trump has barely escaped another assassination attempt—his second in just a matter of months. You’d think that after the first attempt on his life in Butler, Pennsylvania this past July, the public discourse might cool down. But no, the divisive rhetoric from the left has only ramped up.

And now, in a shocking development, another would-be assassin was caught just yards from Trump at one of his Florida golf courses. Armed with an AK-style rifle equipped with a scope, this guy had every intention of taking out the former president.

Thankfully, the Secret Service was on high alert, and after they fired their weapons toward him, the would-be shooter fled the scene. Not long after, he was pulled over and captured. But now, as more details emerge, we’re starting to get a clearer picture of this shooter’s political motivations.

And guess what? It’s not too surprising—both he and his son despise Donald Trump.

For anyone who’s been paying attention, this attempt shouldn’t be all that shocking. The hate-filled rhetoric against Trump has been growing louder by the day, and the media has done nothing to tone it down. Instead, they’ve egged it on, turning Trump into some sort of monster in the eyes of his opponents. Well, congratulations, media—you’ve fueled yet another dangerous individual with violent intentions.

A Closer Look at the Shooter and His Background

As the details of the shooter’s life come into focus, we’re learning more about his motivations. This guy isn’t some criminal mastermind; instead, he’s a man with a relatively clean record, living a quiet life in Hawaii with his longtime girlfriend. But even quiet people can get radicalized when they’re constantly bombarded with anti-Trump rhetoric, which is exactly what seems to have happened here.

From Fox News:
Oran Routh told the Daily Mail that his father disliked Trump “as every reasonable person does,” adding that he himself was not a fan. He reportedly expressed disbelief that his father could resort to violence and target the former president, however.

“He’s my dad and all he’s had is couple traffic tickets, as far as I know,” the son said. “That’s crazy. I know my dad and love my dad, but that’s nothing like him.”

“He said he was at the beach, but I thought that meant the outer banks in Hawaii,” he said. “I didn’t ask him for more information because we’ve had a falling out. We’ve grown apart.”

Routh has been living in Hawaii with his longtime girlfriend for multiple years, the Mail reported.

So, let’s get this straight—the shooter’s own son admits that both he and his father “dislike Trump.” I’d say that’s putting it mildly. How about Trump Derangement Syndrome? We’re looking at a guy who, by all accounts, lived a pretty normal life but got so worked up by the anti-Trump hysteria that he decided to take matters into his own hands. If that doesn’t illustrate the dangerous effects of constant, violent rhetoric, I don’t know what does.

The Media’s Role in Fanning the Flames

Of course, it’s impossible to ignore the role the media has played in all this. Ever since Trump announced his first campaign for president, the mainstream media has been on a crusade to vilify him, painting him as an existential threat to democracy. And when you spend years telling people that someone is the embodiment of evil, it’s not surprising that some individuals will take drastic—and violent—actions.

Now, I’m not saying the media is directly responsible for this assassination attempt, but let’s not pretend that their relentless smear campaign hasn’t contributed to the hatred. And it’s not just the media—Democrats like Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, and Joe Biden have all taken turns stoking the flames. Harris, in particular, has made no secret of her disdain for Trump, routinely calling him a danger to the country. How exactly is this supposed to unite the nation again?

After the first assassination attempt in July, there were calls for everyone to tone down the rhetoric. For about two seconds, people seemed to agree that maybe it was time to take a step back. But here we are, just months later, with another attempt on Trump’s life—and it’s the same old story. The left continues to ramp up the hate, and now we’re seeing the dangerous consequences of it.

What Happens Next?

Will the left finally take responsibility for the climate of violence they’ve helped create? Don’t hold your breath. If anything, they’ll likely try to downplay this latest assassination attempt, just like they did with the first one, because it doesn’t politically benefit them. After all, when you spend years telling your base that Trump is a threat to democracy, it’s hard to walk that back without admitting you might have gone too far.

Meanwhile, Trump continues to campaign as if nothing has happened. Say what you will about him, but the man doesn’t back down in the face of adversity. Whether it’s a constant barrage of media attacks or literal assassination attempts, Trump just keeps on going. And honestly, that’s part of what makes him so appealing to his base. He’s a fighter, and no amount of hate or violence will stop him from pushing forward.

But let’s be clear—this is a dangerous time for America. The constant division, the violent rhetoric, and now two assassination attempts in just a few months—it all points to a country that is deeply fractured. And while the left continues to fan the flames, they’re pushing us closer and closer to a point of no return.

Key Takeaways:

• Another assassination attempt on Trump occurred, this time at a Florida golf course, but the shooter was caught before carrying out his plan.
• The shooter’s son admits that both “dislike” Trump, illustrating how anti-Trump rhetoric is fueling dangerous actions.
• Despite two assassination attempts, the left continues to ramp up hateful rhetoric against Trump without acknowledging the consequences.

Source: Fox News