Steinmeier calls for political restraint after Trump attack
Everyone must make their contribution to non-violence in political debates, wrote Steinmeier. "Let us respect violence in political disputes! Let us push back hatred and incitement from campaigns and debates!" Democracy tolerates "sharp controversies - but violence destroys democracy".
Further wrote the Federal President: "Donald J. Trump and the injured I wish a speedy recovery. My deepest condolences go to the family of the victim of the attack."
Trump was shot at during a campaign rally in the US state of Pennsylvania on Saturday. The designated presidential candidate of the Republicans was hit in the ear. According to official reports, in addition to the alleged shooter, a bystander also died, and two others were seriously injured. The attacker was killed by US security forces.
- In light of the recent incident, Steinmeier strongly advocated for temperance in political debates, emphasizing that violence has no place in democratic discussions.
- Despite the lethal stab Attack on Donald Trump during his campaign rally in Pennsylvania, Germany's Federal President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, expressed his wishes for a swift recovery for the former U.S. Presidential candidate.
- As the events in America unfolded, Steinmeier made it clear that the attack on Trump was a clear threat to democracy, highlighting the importance of respecting opposing views without resorting to violence.
- In response to the shooting incident, Steinmeier extended his deepest condolences to the family of the victim and wished for speedy recoveries for those injured, stressing the importance of upholding democratic values even during challenging times.
- The Mordanschlag, or murder blow, on Trump during his campaign rally underscores the need for politicians and their supporters to foster an environment of respect and non-violence, ensuring democracy's survival and upholding its ideals.
