It is both alarming and infuriating to witness the spread of unfounded conspiracy theories suggesting that Trump staged the assassination attempt on himself. Recent Substack posts from various authors have perpetuated this baseless narrative, claiming it was a ploy to garner sympathy. One particularly ludicrous assertion hinges on the lack of visible blood on Trump’s right hand immediately after he touches his right ear following the shots. The idea that this split-second absence of blood proves his ear wasn’t wounded is absurd.
Another Substack author has audaciously proclaimed that the direction of blood flow down Trump’s face is evidence of a staged event. As someone who has extensively researched staged suicides and consulted top bloodstain pattern analysts, I can confidently assert that these authors are engaging in the wildest speculations.
A high-velocity bullet that grazes the outer ear does not necessarily cause immediate bleeding. In Trump’s case, it appears the wound began to bleed significantly only after he was placed in a kneeling position by the Secret Service. It is entirely plausible that the wound started to bleed noticeably only after this change in position. I have personally experienced wounds that only began to bleed with notable volume after a few seconds.
The direction of blood flow in the photograph aligns with his head being held in a specific position for several seconds. To convincingly argue that the assassination attempt was staged, these Substack commentators must address several critical points:
- Multiple credible witnesses independently stated they saw the shooter on the roof, firing a rifle towards Trump.
- Video footage shows a young man on the roof, in a prone position, aiming a rifle at Trump while multiple shots are heard from that direction.
- The death of Cory Comperatore, whose fatal gunshot wound was witnessed by several people, including an ER doctor in the audience who attempted resuscitation.
If, as some commentators suggest, the young man on the roof was merely firing blanks and Trump crushed a theatrical blood capsule onto his ear while kneeling, they must explain what caused the death of Cory Comperatore. Furthermore, they need to account for the injuries sustained by David Dutch, 57, of New Kensington, Pennsylvania, and James Copenhaver, 74, of Moon Township, Pennsylvania, both reportedly treated at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh.
Those who propose this staging theory should provide evidence that Cory Comperatore was not fatally shot in the head and that Dutch and Copenhaver were not severely wounded in the same incident. If, as some commentators have outrageously suggested, Comperatore, Dutch, and Copenhaver were sacrificial victims to make the staging appear real, where is the evidence to support such a heinous claim?
In this era of rampant misinformation, it is crucial to distinguish between credible and baseless conspiracy theories. Credible theories are supported by evidence that withstands critical scrutiny. The claims that Trump staged his own assassination attempt lack this foundational requirement and serve only to distract from the real issues at hand.
The narrative being pushed by these Substack authors is not just wrong; it is dangerous. It undermines public trust and disrespects the real victims of the attack. Spreading such baseless theories without substantial evidence is irresponsible and harmful. It diverts attention from the actual investigation and potentially jeopardizes the pursuit of justice.
In conclusion, to those who propagate these wild theories, I urge you to reconsider. The attempt on Trump’s life was a serious event with real victims. To suggest it was staged is to add insult to injury for those who were genuinely affected. Let us focus on the facts and support the investigation with rational and evidence-based thinking. The integrity of our public discourse depends on it.