This chapter explores a serious security incident involving former President Donald Trump at his golf club, where a potential assassin was caught with a rifle. It analyzes the implications of this attempt on Trump's political campaign and the broader context of political violence in America. The discussion also highlights the challenges faced by the Secret Service in ensuring the safety of high-profile figures while maintaining their public accessibility.
With less than eight weeks to go to the presidential election, tension is running high after a second probable assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Has political violence become routine in America? Virtual replicas of racing cars, plane engines, even bodies, may change how we diagnose problems (9:08). And celebrating Sergio Mendes, the king of Bossanova (17:04).
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