Recent attempts on Donald Trump's life, including a second assassination attempt in Pennsylvania, highlight an alarming trend of rising political violence in the United States, coinciding with a turbulent presidential campaign just 50 days before the election. Political figures, including Kamala Harris, have condemned this violence, but many analysts argue it reflects a deeper historical context of violence ingrained in American political life. David Smith emphasizes that such incidents, along with the threats faced by lawmakers and the disturbing narratives fueling fear in communities like Springfield, Ohio, underscore a normalization of political violence. The FBI is investigating the latest assassination attempt, which follows another incident where Trump was grazed by a bullet at a rally. Historian Douglas Brinkley described the current political climate as chaotic and frightening, leaving citizens struggling to find stability amidst the turmoil. As early voting begins, the atmosphere of uncertainty and violence looms heavily over the electoral process.