Staff Reports
In a shocking revelation, a former classmate of the man who attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump has come forward with disturbing details of a heated political discussion they had. According to Vincent Taormina, the shooter, Thomas Michael Crooks, insulted him for supporting Trump, even going as far as calling him “stupid.” Taormina, who is Hispanic, recalled how Crooks questioned his support for Trump, implying that as a Hispanic person, he should automatically hate the former president. Taormina firmly stated that Trump was a great president, to which Crooks arrogantly dismissed his opinion. It seems that Crooks had an inflated sense of superiority when it came to politics and believed he knew better than everyone else, including his own classmates.
Taormina also shed light on Crooks’ disturbing social circle, describing them as the type of individuals who would make threats about carrying out a school shooting. These friends of Crooks were known for being somewhat reclusive, some even opting for homeschooling or private education. The concerning part is that they had allegedly made threats to shoot up their school, with some students even pinpointing Crooks as the source of these threats. Taormina’s firsthand account suggests that there were signs of trouble surrounding Crooks, and someone should have intervened, whether it be school officials or counselors. It is inexplicable that these warning signs went unnoticed, especially considering the potential for a tragic outcome.
‘Shouldn’t You Hate Trump?’: Former Classmate Recounts Being Called ‘Stupid’ For Backing Trump By Would-Be Assassin https://t.co/tHUiKnLMDB via @dailycaller
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The article also mentions a previous assassination attempt on Trump during his 2016 campaign. A 20-year-old man from the United Kingdom, who was in the United States illegally, admitted to attempting to grab a police officer’s gun in order to shoot Trump during a campaign event in Las Vegas. This disturbing incident illustrates that the threat against Trump has been real and ongoing, with individuals willing to go to extreme lengths to harm him.
While the Department of Homeland Security, Secret Service, and FBI declined to comment on this particular case, the revelations from Taormina raise important questions about the safety and well-being of public figures and the responsibility of schools and authorities to address potential dangers. It is vital that we take these issues seriously and remain vigilant in protecting our leaders and communities from those who exhibit signs of radicalism or violence.
