Victim Status: How Trump's Assassination Attempt Will Affect His Chances of Becoming US President

In the status of a victim: how the assassination attempt on Trump will affect his chances of becoming US president Dzvenislava Moshovskaya

During a campaign rally on July 14, an attempt was made on Donald Trump's life. He remained alive, but now with a bullet through his ear.

Political scientist Andrei Vigirinsky told 24 Channel that this event may affect the election campaign in the presidential race. An assassination attempt on Trump could increase his chances of winning.

Consequences of an assassination attempt on Trump

Vigirinsky emphasized that the attempt on Trump’s life shows American voters that he is a victim. Psychologically, this can have a positive effect on the attitude towards him as a candidate for US President.

Everyone loves a person in the status of a victim . If earlier someone treated him with hatred, now it could change to sympathy, and this is a more positive emotion,” he said.

V In those states that have not yet chosen who to vote for on November 5, 2024, the assassination attempt on Trump may become the decisive argument to cast a vote for him.

The political scientist noted that the status of a victim also significantly limits maneuvers for political opponents, in particular regarding criticism and certain accusations.

The Trump campaign does not blame its opponents, but rather demonstrates maturity and tries to show unity. “This is the right step,” said Andrei Vigirinsky.

He added that this event will definitely have an impact on the election campaign between Democrats and Republicans.