From: officialflagrant
During an interview, Donald Trump recounted details surrounding an assassination attempt he survived. He referred to the event as an “assassination attempt” where he was “hit head shot” but survived [10:51:53]. The incident occurred at a rally, where Trump intended to finish his speech but was surrounded by Secret Service agents [12:56:57].
The Incident and Immediate Aftermath
Trump described the moment he was hit as one of “total realization,” not a “surreal experience” like some traumatic events can be [14:04:00]. He knew exactly what had happened, stating he “got shot in the ear” [14:26:00]. The Secret Service believed he had been shot all over due to the significant amount of blood, as getting shot in the ear is the “bloodiest place” [14:31:00]. He noted that if he hadn’t turned, he “wouldn’t be doing this right now” [14:47:00].
The incident was described as a “horrible experience” in most ways, but also “beautiful” in some, hoping that the firefighter, Corey, who was killed, is “protected” [18:07:00]. Three individuals were affected: one killed, and two “very badly hurt” who were not expected to live but were saved by “country doctors” [13:58:00], [19:00:00]. Trump’s son, Don Jr., who is a “great shooter,” commented on the 130-yard distance from the shooter, equating it to a “one foot putt” for a decent shooter, implying it was “almost impossible to miss” [16:42:00]. This event led Don Jr. to become “more religious” [17:19:00]. Upon arrival at Butler Hospital, the doctor told Trump he was the “luckiest man” he had ever met, advising him to “immediately go out and buy a lotto ticket” [17:25:00].
Trump’s “attitude” towards the danger was “it is what it is” [11:03:00]. He chose to return to the location, believing it was important, and over 100,000 people attended [11:15:00]. His opening line when returning to the stage was, “As I was saying” [12:25:00], which received a “crazy” reaction from the crowd [12:32:00].
Investigation and Suspected Parties
Trump revealed “breaking news” about the investigation into the shooters [19:22:00]. One shooter had “three or so cell phones” that the FBI has never been able to open [20:37:00]. The other shooter had “three apps,” believed to be foreign-based, which also haven’t been opened [20:46:00]. Additionally, the second shooter had six cell phones that remain unopened [21:42:00]. Trump noted that Apple phones are difficult to open, but the FBI was able to access phones of “J6 people” quickly [21:53:00]. He believes that given an “assassination attempt on a former president,” these phones and apps should be opened for “National Security” [24:40:00].
When asked directly who he thought was responsible, Trump speculated that Iran could be involved, citing an “open threat” they have against him [30:16:00]. He suggested that if the current president were “a real president,” he would issue a strong warning that if “anybody shoots a former president,” the country would be “bomb[ed]…into Oblivion” [30:22:00]. He also mentioned taking “hundreds of billions of dollars from China” through tariffs, which could create enemies [31:29:00].
The Dangers of the Presidency
Trump compared the risks of the presidency to other dangerous professions, noting that a “substantial percent” of presidents face assassination or attempts, “way higher than we realize” [27:29:00]. He cited historical examples like Lincoln, Kennedy, McKinley, and Garfield [27:32:00]. He emphasized that being president is a “very dangerous business profession” [27:42:00].
Communication and Public Perception
Trump discussed his communication style, which he calls “the weave,” where he can digress from a topic and return to it later [28:22:00]. He believes this is a sign of “genius” but detractors call it “rambling” [29:28:00]. He also discussed how his words are often twisted by media, referring to the “fake news” and “Meet the Press” [25:16:00]. He claimed that lies about his positions, such as being against IVF (In vitro fertilization), are spread, even though he strongly supported it [11:09:47]. He also highlighted how statements like “bloodbath,” referring to the auto industry, are misrepresented [11:13:59]. He feels it’s difficult for him to retaliate with similar tactics because he is “basically a truthful person” [11:48:00]. He acknowledges that he is considered an influencer, citing being number one on Facebook at one point before being “totally off” social media platforms [01:00:58], and later using Truth Social [01:02:23]. He also used a nickname for Kamala Harris, “comrade Cala” [01:04:36].
Regarding his children, Trump discussed how they are “well adjusted” and “successful” and appear to like him [01:35:00]. He mentioned that he instilled in them a strict “no drugs, no alcohol, no cigarettes” rule [02:22:00]. He shared a story about Don Jr. hosting a large party at Trump Tower and cleaning for 36 hours when Trump unexpectedly showed up [02:54:00]. He also touched upon Roe v Wade, confirming his stance that it should be “up to the States” with exceptions for “life of the mother, rape, and incest” [01:07:04].
Trump also discussed his foreign policy approach, noting that he was “tough with other countries” but got along well with leaders like India’s Modi and China’s Xi Jinping [03:40:00], [04:18:00]. He claimed to have stopped wars and renegotiated “dumbest trade deals” like those with Japan and South Korea [03:39:00].