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Biden Faces Backlash Over 'Bullseye' Comment Before Trump Assassination Attempt at Pennsylvania Rally

Jul 15, 2024, 11:02 PM

President Joe Biden has faced significant backlash following his comments about putting former President Donald Trump 'in a bullseye.' The remarks were made during a call with donors and came just days before an attempted assassination of Trump at a Pennsylvania rally. Biden has since admitted that using the term 'bullseye' was a mistake, but he defended his rhetoric, stating that he did not say 'crosshairs.' In an interview with NBC's Lester Holt on July 15th, 2024, Biden reiterated that his intention was to focus on Trump's actions and policies, which he considers an existential threat to democracy. Despite the controversy, Biden remains firm in his criticism of Trump and his commitment to addressing what he sees as threats to democratic values.