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Trump Discusses Assassination Attempt at RNC Convention 2024, Credits Divine Intervention for Survival

Jul 19, 2024, 02:39 AM

Former President Donald Trump spoke about an assassination attempt on his life during a private event on Wednesday and at the RNC Convention 2024. Trump emphasized that he felt fortunate and attributed his survival to divine intervention, repeatedly stating, 'I had God on my side.' The remarks, captured in various clips and reports, including one obtained by PBS, highlight Trump's belief that his survival was a 'close call' and that he was 'lucky' to have survived the attempt. He recounted the harrowing experience just now at the convention.