Donald Trump Reflects on Year Since Attempted Assassination

One year after surviving an assassination attempt at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, President Donald Trump reflected on the incident in a rare interview, stating he tries not to dwell on it though acknowledging it could be life-changing. Trump recounted how the shooting occurred rapidly, and despite the chaos, he prioritized reassuring the 55,000 attendees he was unharmed, refusing stretcher assistance. The attempt, which left one bystander dead and others injured, has become a symbolic moment in his 2024 presidential victory and has influenced his outlook, as he now expresses caution and a sense of divine mission in his leadership. While Trump continues to engage in international diplomacy, notably with Russia's Vladimir Putin, he remains disappointed and distrustful of the Russian president despite multiple attempted peace deals concerning Ukraine. Over the past year, Trump has demonstrated a transformational presidency, reversing decades of progressive policies and pursuing a conservative counterrevolution, while rapidly advancing his agenda domestically and internationally. Despite the gravity of the assassination attempt's anniversary, Trump and his administration have chosen to focus on moving forward with governance rather than commemorating the event extensively.