On September 15, 2024, former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped another assassination attempt at his Florida golf course. While alarming, attacks on U.S. presidents are not new—nearly 40% have faced life-threatening threats, and four were killed in office.
Presidents embody the nation, making them targets for anger or obsession. Firearms are the most common weapon, and in Trump’s case, both attackers were reportedly former supporters turned disillusioned.
From Ford in 1975 to Reagan in 1981, history shows the dangers of leadership—and the resilience it inspires. Today, the Secret Service remains vigilant, a reminder of both the risks leaders face and the strength of American democracy.
