Former President Donald Trump recently shared that his wife, Melania, has been deeply affected by the recent assassination attempt on his life. In an interview with Fox News’ Laura Ingraham, Trump revealed that Melania witnessed the attack live and is struggling to talk about it.
Trump expressed gratitude for Melania’s concern, stating, “She was watching live. She can’t really even talk about it, which is OK. That means she likes me. She loves me.” He recounted her immediate reaction, noting that she feared the worst when he was shot and saw him covered in blood.
The attack was carried out by 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, who was swiftly neutralized by the Secret Service. The shooting resulted in one fatality and two injuries, though the injured have since recovered.
Following the incident, the Secret Service faced criticism for its handling of the situation, including failing to secure the building’s roof and losing track of Crooks despite prior warnings. Trump expressed disappointment with the agency’s response and noted that there was a lack of communication with local police.
Despite these challenges, Trump plans to continue holding outdoor rallies, seeing them as symbolically important. Ronald Rowe has taken over as acting Secret Service Director following Kimberly Cheatle’s resignation, and the FBI has released details about Crooks’s online searches related to violent acts.
The assassination attempt has had a profound impact on Melania Trump, leaving her unable to discuss the event. The Trump family is receiving support during this difficult time, with hopes for healing and unity moving forward.
