Trump sparks PTSD fear among Republicans as he watches assassination attempt clip 'over and over again'
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: GOP presidential pick Donald Trump has watched a video clip of his assassination attempt "over and over again" during a Pennsylvania rally, leading Republicans to believe he might be suffering from PTSD, as per a report.
The former president survived an assassination attempt during an open-air campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania on July 13, when a bullet grazed his right ear. The shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, was quickly subdued by the Secret Service snipers, according to the Independent.
Donald Trump sparks PTSD fear among Republicans
A Republican close to the campaign told Vanity Fair, "He’s been watching that seven-second clip of how close he was to getting shot right in the head—over and over and over again. He may actually legit have PTSD."
A campaign official confirmed that the shooting continues to affect Trump, while another official noted that the former President has been through a lot.
The Republican noted that the former President’s recent string of appearances and subsequent gaffes seemed as if he was "choosing to lose."
Concerns about Trump’s mental well-being arise as donors and allies urge him to stay on message during his rallies and avoid conspiracy theories that could undermine his ability to counter the momentum of Kamala Harris’ campaign.
Trump’s allies view his conspiratorial messages and racially charged insults as counterproductive and urge him to concentrate his attacks on policy issues like immigration and the economy.
During a combative interview with the National Association of Black Journalists in Chicago, the former President recently targeted Harris by accusing her of concealing her racial identity, which led to significant backlash.
During a press conference at Mar-a-Lago, Trump compared the size of his rally crowd before the January 6, 2021, insurrection to Martin Luther King Jr's crowd during the March on Washington in 1963.
Donald Trump's health concerns
Donald Trump's lisping during his recent interview with billionaire Elon Musk has raised questions about his health, particularly given that he is the oldest contender in the race.
A recent survey of American voters revealed that 58 percent believe Trump is too old to run for office. According to the Morning Consult survey, this is an increase from 44 percent in a previous poll, with 51 percent of respondents now stating that Trump is too old, as per Firstpost.
Moreover, the percentage of people thinking the GOP leader is mentally fit has come down from 53 percent to 48 percent.
In November 2023, Trump’s physician issued a summary of his cognitive and physical condition, stating that Trump's cognitive exams were "exceptional."
His physical results were also within the normal range but the report did not include any details about his medications, blood pressure, or cholesterol levels.
Trump has not provided any updates on the extent of his injuries or his physical well-being following the assassination attempt against him.
