BREAKING: Another Trump Assassination Attempt Foiled, with Buck Sexton, Rich Lowry, Susan Crabtree, Dave Aronberg, Bill Stanton, and More | Ep. 888
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The Megan Kelly Show delves into the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, which occurred at his golf course in Florida. The episode features a panel discussion with experts, including former CIA agent Buck Sexton, former NYPD officers Bill Stanton and John Spears, and journalist Carol Markowitz. They analyze the incident, discuss the suspect's background and motives, and criticize the Secret Service's security failures. The podcast explores the concept of "deterministic terrorism," arguing that the left's rhetoric has crossed a threshold, leading to real-world violence against Trump. The panel discusses the potential motivations of the shooter and the role of social media. The episode also examines the media's response to the incident, accusing them of downplaying the threat and victim-shaming Trump. The podcast features an interview with Dave Aaron Burke, the Palm Beach County DA, who discusses the legal proceedings surrounding the assassination attempt. The panel discusses the potential for federal charges and the ongoing investigations into the security failures. The episode concludes with a sense of unease and concern for Trump's safety, emphasizing the need for increased security measures.
Outlines
The Second Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump
This episode of the Megan Kelly Show focuses on the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, which occurred at his golf course in Florida. The podcast delves into the details of the incident, including the suspect's apprehension and the security failures that allowed the attempt to occur.
Analysis and Reactions
The podcast features a panel discussion with experts, including former CIA agent Buck Sexton, former NYPD officers Bill Stanton and John Spears, and journalist Carol Markowitz. They analyze the incident, discuss the suspect's background and motives, and criticize the Secret Service's security failures.
Deterministic Terrorism and the Role of Rhetoric
The podcast explores the concept of "deterministic terrorism," arguing that the left's rhetoric has crossed a threshold, leading to real-world violence against Trump. The panel discusses the potential motivations of the shooter and the role of social media in amplifying extremist views.
The Shooter's Background and Motives
The podcast delves into the background and motives of the alleged shooter, Ryan Ruth. The panel discusses his social media posts, which reveal a focus on the war in Ukraine, anti-Semitic views, and seemingly contradictory political stances.
Pre-Planning and Security Failures
The podcast examines the pre-planning involved in the assassination attempt, highlighting the suspect's knowledge of the golf course and his use of a sniper rifle. The panel criticizes the Secret Service's security failures and calls for a comprehensive review of their protocols.
Calls for Increased Security and Accountability
The podcast discusses the need for increased security measures to protect Trump, including the potential for local law enforcement to augment the Secret Service detail. The panel criticizes the lack of accountability within the Secret Service and calls for a congressional investigation.
Conspiracy Theories and Political Implications
The podcast explores conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination attempt, including allegations of federal cover-up and the politicization of the Secret Service. The panel discusses the potential for a state-level investigation and the implications for the 2024 election.
Historical Context and Media Response
The podcast compares the assassination attempts on Trump to those on Gerald Ford and Abraham Lincoln. The panel criticizes the media's response to the incident, accusing them of downplaying the threat and victim-shaming Trump.
Legal Proceedings and Future Implications
The podcast features an interview with Dave Aaron Burke, the Palm Beach County DA, who discusses the legal proceedings surrounding the assassination attempt. The panel discusses the potential for federal charges and the ongoing investigations into the security failures.
Analysis of Charges Against the Assailant
The discussion focuses on the potential charges the assailant might face, particularly at the federal level. The legal system has specific laws to protect presidents and former presidents, making it difficult to predict the exact charges.
Details of the Assailant's Apprehension
The conversation delves into the details of the assailant's apprehension, highlighting the seemingly unsophisticated nature of the incident. It draws a comparison to the Idaho quadruple murder suspect's capture, emphasizing the contrast in sophistication.
Democrats' Rhetoric and its Potential Role in the Assassination Attempt
The discussion examines the escalating rhetoric from Democrats regarding Donald Trump and its potential connection to the assassination attempt. The panel debates whether the heated language contributed to the assailant's actions.
Media's Response to the Assassination Attempt
The conversation analyzes the media's response to the assassination attempt, highlighting their perceived lack of outrage and tendency to blame the victim. The panel criticizes the media's framing of the event and their focus on other issues.
Melania Trump's Statement and Media's Reaction
The panel discusses Melania Trump's statement regarding the assassination attempt and the media's dismissive reaction. They criticize the media's lack of empathy and their tendency to mock her concerns.
The Role of Media in the Current Political Climate
The discussion explores the role of the media in the current political climate, highlighting their perceived bias and their contribution to the escalation of rhetoric. The panel argues that the media is actively working to undermine Donald Trump and his supporters.
The Importance of Policing One's Own Side
The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-policing within political parties, arguing that it is crucial to address harmful rhetoric and actions within one's own ranks. The panel suggests that this is more effective than criticizing the other side.
The Left's Strategy Moving Forward
The discussion focuses on the potential strategies the left might employ in the wake of the assassination attempt. The panel debates whether they will moderate their rhetoric or continue their aggressive approach towards Donald Trump.
Analysis of the Secret Service's Performance
The conversation delves into a detailed analysis of the Secret Service's performance in protecting Donald Trump, highlighting concerns about their competence and potential vulnerabilities. The panel discusses the agency's history of failures and the ongoing investigations into their actions.
Concerns for Trump's Safety and the Future
The discussion concludes with a sense of unease and concern for Trump's safety, emphasizing the need for increased security measures. The panel reflects on the implications of the assassination attempts and the potential for future incidents.
Keywords
Deterministic Terrorism
A term used to describe acts of violence that are directly caused by specific rhetoric or actions, as opposed to stochastic terrorism, which is statistically likely but unpredictable.
Secret Service
The United States Secret Service is a federal law enforcement agency responsible for protecting the President, Vice President, and other high-ranking officials.
Assassination Attempt
An act of violence intended to kill a high-ranking official, often motivated by political or ideological reasons.
Donald Trump
The 45th President of the United States, a controversial figure who has been the target of multiple assassination attempts.
Media Bias
The tendency of media outlets to present information in a way that favors a particular political or ideological perspective.
Political Rhetoric
The use of language in political discourse, often intended to persuade or influence public opinion.
Conspiracy Theory
An explanation for an event or phenomenon that is based on speculation and conjecture, often involving secret or hidden motives.
Q&A
What is the difference between deterministic terrorism and stochastic terrorism?
Deterministic terrorism is a direct result of specific rhetoric or actions, while stochastic terrorism is statistically likely but unpredictable.
What are the main criticisms of the Secret Service's response to the assassination attempts on Trump?
Critics argue that the Secret Service has failed to adequately protect Trump, citing a lack of resources, poor planning, and a failure to adapt to the changing threat environment.
How has the media's response to the assassination attempts been criticized?
The media has been accused of downplaying the threat, victim-shaming Trump, and ignoring the role of their own rhetoric in inciting violence.
What are the potential implications of the assassination attempts for the 2024 election?
The incidents have raised concerns about the safety of political candidates and the potential for increased political violence. They could also influence the public's perception of Trump and his opponents.
What are the potential charges the assailant might face, and how does the legal system differ at the federal and state levels?
The assailant could face charges like attempted murder, aggravated assault with a firearm, and potentially charges related to threats against a former president. Federal laws specifically protect presidents and former presidents, leading to a different set of potential charges compared to state-level offenses.
How did the Secret Service handle the situation, and what are the concerns about their performance?
The Secret Service apprehended the assailant, but there are concerns about their perimeter security and their response time. The incident highlights a pattern of failures in protecting Donald Trump, raising questions about their competence and protocols.
What is the role of political rhetoric in the current climate, and how does it potentially contribute to violence?
The panel argues that the escalating rhetoric from Democrats regarding Donald Trump, particularly the use of inflammatory language, could contribute to a climate of hostility and potentially incite violence. They emphasize the importance of responsible discourse and self-policing within political parties.
How has the media responded to the assassination attempts, and what are the criticisms of their coverage?
The media has been criticized for their perceived lack of outrage and their tendency to blame the victim. The panel argues that the media is biased against Donald Trump and his supporters, and they are actively working to undermine him.
What are the concerns about the Secret Service's leadership and their handling of security protocols?
The transcript reveals concerns about the Secret Service's leadership, particularly the acting director Ron Rowe. There are allegations of a culture of corruption, uneven discipline, and potential Iranian penetration within the agency. The panel expresses deep concern about the Secret Service's ability to protect high-ranking officials.
Show Notes
Megyn Kelly covers the breaking news of another assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump thankfully foiled again, and is joined by Buck Sexton, Rich Lowry, Susan Crabtree, Dave Aronberg, Bill Stanton, Charles Marino, John Spears, and Karol Markowicz to talk about what we know about the arrested gunman, how he was spotted before he could fire a shot, how outrageous it is that this happened again, what we're learning about the suspected assassin, the overheated rhetoric that's been aimed at former President Donald Trump by Kamala Harris and others since the first assassination attempt, some in the media now saying it's on Trump to lower the rhetoric, the increased threat level we've seen over the past few months that have now led to multiple assassination attempts of Trump, how lucky we are that these haven't been successful, the difference between stochastic vs. deterministic terrorism, the danger of mentally unhinged people who still are able to plan these assassination attempts, the arrest of the would-be Trump assassin and how he was caught, corruption of the Secret Service, and more.
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