Trump in the crosshairs: Political rhetoric fuels election tensions
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is once again in the spotlight after another assassination attempt, reports the BBC. Trump and his vice-presidential running mate, JD Vance, blame their Democratic opponents for using language that they claim incites violence.
Mutual accusations of using inappropriate language are coming from both sides of the political divide. Republicans and Democrats criticize each other for aggressive rhetoric, especially on social media, reaching millions of Americans. Trump, using the Truth Social platform, often crudely attacks Democrats, reports the BBC.
In his speeches, the former US president continues personal attacks on President Joe Biden and warns of an influx of migrants at the southern border, which he claims threatens American cities.
Biden has now changed his tone, warning of the danger to the country if Trump returns to power.
Trump vs. Harris: Mutual accusations
According to the BBC, after a weak debate three months ago, Biden allegedly said in a private conversation with donors that "it's time to put Trump in a bullseye." A few days later, Trump was shot at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Although Biden described his earlier words as a "mistake," he rejected Republican accusations of inciting violence.
After the attempt in Butler, Trump announced that he would change the tone of his speech at the Republican National Convention in Wisconsin. However, this quickly evolved into accusations of his opponents' alleged wrongdoings.
Shortly after the convention, Harris's speech also included criticism of Trump, though her tone was somewhat lighter.
At a rally in North Carolina, Trump called Harris a "radical left lunatic who will destroy our country." On the other hand, during the Democratic convention, Harris criticized Trump for his actions during the January 6 unrest and other controversial decisions. During the debate in Philadelphia, Harris and Trump exchanged attacks, including accusations and critical assessments of political events.
With just a few weeks to go before the election, Trump continues his attacks, calling Democrats hypocrites, while Democrats sharply criticize his policies. The situation has become tense, with both sides fighting for votes and maintaining control over the electoral narrative.
