Donald Trump Skips Slain Lawmaker Funeral for Golf Outing

Political Violence and Funeral Snub

• 🎯 A Trump supporter is accused of assassinating Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark, and their dog as part of a plot targeting Democrats.
• 💔 Despite the gravity of the political violence, Donald Trump skipped the funeral service for the victims.
• 🏌️‍♂️ Instead of attending the funeral, Trump spent the morning golfing with GOP senators Lindsey Graham and Rand Paul, and the CIA director.

Trump's Lack of Response

• 🚫 Trump not only missed the funeral but also did not issue a statement regarding the assassinations.
• 🗣️ When asked about reaching out to Governor Tim Waltz (who was also on the hit list), Trump dismissed it, stating, "Why waste time?"
• 🤷‍♂️ The White House did not return requests for comment on Trump's absence from the funeral.

Broader Implications of Political Rhetoric

• ⚠️ The speaker argues that Trump's actions and rhetoric contribute to a climate where such violence is encouraged or at least not condemned.
• 📢 It's suggested that the right wing may even welcome violence against Republicans to portray themselves as victims.
• 💥 The current political climate is described as a direct effect of people like Donald Trump, fostering a dangerous environment where political opponents are targeted.

Call for Accountability

• 📢 The speaker urges against complaining about political violence from the right when they have