The attack on former President Donald Trump during a Republican rally could significantly change the scenario of the presidential elections in the United States, according to an assessment by ESPM International Relations professor Denilde Holzhacker, CNN this Sunday (14).
The attack, which resulted in the death of a Trump supporter, came at a crucial moment in the election campaign, when Democrats were facing concerns about the performance and health of current President Joe Biden.
Both Democrats and Republicans have strongly condemned violence as a political tool. Prominent figures such as Obama, Hillary Clinton and Biden himself have expressed their condemnation of the attack, reinforcing the importance of democratic and institutional mechanisms.
Holzhacker highlights that the episode strengthens Trump’s position in the electoral dispute: “The scenario now brings a very positive scenario for Trump, he comes out stronger with strong images, a very strong speech of overcoming challenges.”
Challenges for the Democratic Campaign
Biden’s electoral strategy will face new obstacles. The Democratic campaign has already removed ads critical of Trump, signaling a change in approach. Holzhacker analyzes: “Biden’s strategy will have to change significantly in terms of rhetoric and positioning.”
President Biden sought to balance his response, condemning the violence and expressing concern for Trump’s safety, while also reaffirming his stance on gun control — an issue that could gain new prominence after the incident.
Polarization and debate on weapons
The attack intensifies the debate over political polarization in the US and the issue of gun control. Biden took the opportunity to reaffirm his position: “I want to ban assault-style weapons and require universal background checks.”
Professor Holzhacker concludes that the challenge for Biden will be to maintain focus on concrete policies, avoiding direct personality clashes with Trump, who now appears as a figure of “overcoming”. The American electoral scenario promises to be even more complex and emotionally charged in the coming months.
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