Trump's Claims in New Interview Spark Controversy

During a recent interview with Dr. Phil, former President Donald Trump made a shocking claim regarding an assassination attempt against him, pointing to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris as partially responsible. Trump asserted that rhetoric from Democrats could have contributed to the incident, even as evidence remains lacking. He suggested his Secret Service protection might have been affected due to political pressures and claimed that government agencies, like the DOJ, were weaponized against him. Trump further expressed confidence in past elections, famously saying he could win California even if 'Jesus came down' to count the votes. Pollster Frank Luntz weighed in, indicating that such remarks often miss the mark with undecided voters. He emphasized the importance of specific battleground states, arguing that issues like inflation and immigration are more critical for voters than dramatic claims. Luntz pointed out that negativity in campaigns is increasingly unpopular among citizens. Trump’s recent performance in polls indicates he leads in key states such as Georgia, where a recent poll shows a significant advantage over Harris. The dynamics continue to shift as both candidates attempt to navigate their messaging ahead of the crucial upcoming debate, which Luntz predicts will be pivotal for their campaigns.