Trump urges supporters to "fight, fight, fight" at a rally in Butler, PA, after an assassination attempt.

Trump's defiant "Fight, fight, fight!" at a rally in Butler, PA, following an assassination attempt, served multiple purposes: reassuring his safety and character, instructing supporters' response to critics, and reflecting the nation's emotional state. Trump faces a rhetorical choice between division and unity, as "fight" or "unite" can shape his message and supporters' reactions in different ways.

July 17, 2024
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