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Historically, the motives behind such attacks have been as varied as the men who carried them out. While firearms remain the primary weapon of choice, the psychological profiles of the assailants differ wildly. Some were driven by revolutionary zeal, seeking to decapitate a government they viewed as tyrannical. Others were motivated by profound delusions or a desperate thirst for notoriety. Interestingly, the modern context of the attempts against Trump introduces a new layer of complexity: reports suggesting that his would-be attackers were former supporters who had become disillusioned. This marks a departure from historical norms where the threat typically originated from ideological opponents. It suggests a new kind of volatility in the American electorate—one where the intensity of personal devotion can rapidly sour into a dangerous, targeted resentment.
