Democrats are concerned about the political fallout after a would-be assassin shot former President Donald Trump in the ear during a rally in Butler, Pa., on Saturday night. Panfilo DiCenzo, a Democratic voter from Pittsburgh, believes the attack could boost Trump’s support through sympathy.
Some Democratic strategists feel the shooting will harm President Joe Biden’s campaign. “We’re so beyond f—ed,” said one insider, noting the powerful image of Trump with blood on his face.
Biden’s team is working to address the attack’s aftermath, with Biden urging unity and condemning political violence in a Sunday night speech. Democrats are divided on whether the incident will ultimately benefit Trump or change the race’s dynamics.
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