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Trump Focuses on Survival Amid Threats and Fundraising Surge

10/4/2025

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President Trump says his goal is to survive the 2026 midterms, citing fears of left-wing violence.
He recounts two assassination attempts during his 2024 campaign, including a Butler, Pennsylvania shooting.
He links the climate to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and notes fundraising has topped $1 billion for GOP candidates since defeating Kamala Harris in 2024.

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President Trump says his goal is to survive the 2026 midterms, citing fears of left-wing violence.
He recounts two assassination attempts during his 2024 campaign, including a Butler, Pennsylvania shooting.
He links the climate to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and notes fundraising has topped $1 billion for GOP candidates since defeating Kamala Harris in 2024.