Trump explains his brush with death for first time since tragedy

[New Sancai Compilation First Release] After accepting the Republican nomination, Donald Trump paused his traditional acceptance speech to recount his painful brush with death after being shot by a would-be assassin.

"It is only by the grace of Almighty God that I stand before you on this stage," Trump said in a live speech.

"I raised my right arm, looked at the thousands of people waiting breathlessly, and started shouting, fight, fight, fight!"

"You all saw it as I raised my clenched fist high into the air. The crowd realized I was okay and roared with pride for our country like I had never heard before. Never. I’ve heard of such things.”

"For the rest of my life, I will be grateful for the love shown by the vast number of patriots who stood bravely that fateful night."

Like those brave rallygoers who stood in awe of the president — Trump marveled at their breathless heroism — he reminded Republicans, his supporters, critics and enlightened voters that he showed he was willing to serve them And America takes risks with his own life.

"The crowd was confused because they thought I was dead," Trump continued. "It was very, very sad. When I looked out, I could see it on their faces. They didn't know I was looking out. They thought it was over, but I could see it and I wanted to do something Something to let them know I'm okay."

Trump accepted the Republican nomination and had an unprecedented brush with death.

"Let me start tonight by saying thank you to the American people for your love and support following the assassination attempt at my rally on Saturday," Trump said.

"Despite such a heinous attack, tonight we are more united than ever," he continued.

"Our resolve remains unwavering, and our goal remains unchanged - to create a government that serves the American people better than ever before."

"Nothing can stop me from fulfilling this mission because our vision is righteous and our cause is pure. No matter what obstacles we encounter, we will not crumble. We will not give in. We will not back down."

"I will never stop fighting for you, your family and our great country. Never."

"And everything I have to give, fight with all my energy and my heart and soul. Tonight I pledge my oath to our country."

"I promise our country this. I'm going to turn our country around, and we're going to do it soon."

Trump vowed to tell the story of his near-assassination only this time.

"The assassin's bullet came within a quarter of an inch of my life," Trump said. "A lot of people ask me what happened. Please tell us what happened; so I'll tell you exactly what happened, You'll never hear from me a second time because it's actually too painful."

"It was a warm, beautiful day in Butler Township, Pennsylvania. The music was loud and the campaign was going really well. I walked on stage and the crowd cheered like crazy. Everyone was happy and I started off really strong , spoke forcefully and cheerfully as I discussed the great job my administration is doing on immigration at the southern border."

"We're very proud of this."

Trump noted that a slight tilt of his head - which he attributed to God's hand and grace - saved his life.

"There's a big screen behind me on the right that shows a chart of border crossings under my leadership, and the numbers are absolutely stunning," he continued. "To look at the chart, I started turning to the right like this and was about to start turning further, and luckily I didn't."

"When I heard a loud whoosh, I felt something hit me hard in my right ear. I said to myself, 'Wow, what is that?' It could only have been a bullet, and I moved my right hand Up to the ear, when I put it down, my hands were covered in blood - blood everywhere."

"I immediately realized we were under attack and it was very serious. And I immediately fell to the ground."

"The bullets continued to fly as very brave agents came on stage, and they really did. They came on stage - and I'm telling you, these are great people taking huge risks - and they jumped on me and told me protected."

"There was blood everywhere, but in a way I felt very safe because God was on my side. I felt that way."

"Amazingly, if I hadn't moved my head at the last moment before shooting, the assassin's bullet would have hit its target perfectly and I wouldn't be here tonight. We wouldn't be together."

When Trump suggested, "I shouldn't be here tonight," the crowd briefly stopped him and chanted, "Yes, you are."

Trump praised the heroism of firefighter Corey Competore, who gave his life for his family and covered for them as an assassin's bullet whizzed past Trump, who was shot in the head.

"Sadly, a shooter took the life of one of our fellow Americans, Corey Competore, who everyone told me was an incredible man; unbelievable," Trump said. and seriously injured two other great warriors."

"I also spoke with three families of these great men. Our love and prayers are with them and always will be. We will never forget them. They came to a great gathering. I wanted to tell them, They were serious Trump supporters, you guys were serious Trump supporters, and they still are.”

"But Corey, unfortunately we have to use the past tense. He was incredible. Yes, he was a highly respected former fire chief who was respected by everyone, and his wife Helen was with him. Today I Spoke to an incredible woman who was shocked and had two precious daughters."

"He selflessly acted as a human shield, protecting them from flying bullets. He went right over their heads and got hit. What a good man he was."

Trump said that $6.3 million has been raised so far for the families of the victims, including a $1 million check. "He sent me a check here. I just got it. It was $1 million from Danuelan," Trump said. "Thank you, Dan."

(Compiled by: Wang Jimin)

(Editor: Jiang Qiming)

(Source of the article: Compiled and published by New Sancai)