Former President Donald Trump shared his thoughts on surviving an assassination attempt during a recent appearance on Fox News’ Life, Liberty & Levin. The incident occurred at a Pennsylvania campaign rally in July, where a shooter opened fire, leaving one spectator dead and two others seriously injured. Trump walked away with only minor injuries, an experience that deepened his belief in divine intervention.
Trump’s Reflection on Divine Protection
In his conversation with host Mark Levin, Trump expressed his belief that God had a purpose in saving him. “I think you think, like, if you believed in God, you believe in God more,” said the 78-year-old. “Our country is so sick and broken. Maybe that was the reason, I don’t know.”
This is not the first time Trump has attributed his survival to divine intervention. Shortly after the shooting, he told reporters, “By luck or by God, many people are saying it’s by God I’m still here.”
Expert Opinions and Secret Service Response
Trump also highlighted the improbability of the gunman missing from such a close distance, suggesting that the shooter was rushed when people began noticing him. He praised the Secret Service’s quick response, comparing the situation to the tragic Las Vegas shooting in 2017, where a gunman fired into a crowd from a high-rise building.
Trump’s reflections have sparked conversations about his faith and his belief that he has a mission to “straighten out” America. As he continues his campaign, these remarks are likely to resonate with his supporters who view his survival as a sign of his divine purpose.