By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Following the assassination of his associate, Charlie Kirk, President Trump declined to call for national unity. Instead, in an interview, he identified “vicious and horrible” radicals on the left as the primary problem. Trump’s response, contrasting with past presidential calls for unity, focused on retribution and hyper-partisanship, threatening investigations and action against perceived enemies. He further blamed the “radical left,” escalating tensions rather than seeking common ground.
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Trump says he ‘couldn’t care less’ about uniting US after Charlie Kirk killing. Well, here we are again. This sentiment, coming from a former president, doesn’t exactly shock anyone. It just confirms what many have suspected, or perhaps, sadly, already accepted. The phrase itself is a cold, hard statement that underscores the lack of empathy and the prioritization of self-interest over the welfare of the nation. It’s like he’s wearing a mask that’s permanently twisted into a sneer.
Trump’s inability, or rather, his utter unwillingness, to unite the country has been evident from the start. It was on full display back in March of 2020 when, confronted with a scared and anxious populace during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, his response was to attack the reporter asking the question. He called it a “nasty question,” and dismissed the concerns of those looking for answers and hope. The response wasn’t about solace, it wasn’t about unity, it was all about him. This pattern continued, and now, it’s as blatant as ever.
The core of the issue isn’t just his lack of concern for unity; it’s the divisive rhetoric that fuels this apathy. He’s explicitly stated, “The radicals on the right are radical because they don’t want to see crime … The radicals on the left are the problem…” This “us versus them” mentality is the antithesis of unity. By demonizing one side and excusing the other, he fosters division and animosity. This isn’t leadership; it’s manipulation. And let’s not forget the implications of that comment. How does one define the actions of someone dressed as a cop, killing a Democrat and wounding a state senator? Is that not crime? His words are more than just opinions; they’re a declaration of war, a rallying cry for his base, and a deliberate attempt to fracture the nation.
The real tragedy is the unwavering loyalty of his followers, the ones who believe every word, no matter how outlandish or damaging. It’s a dangerous situation when people are so deeply entrenched in their beliefs that they ignore reality. The ability to objectively assess situations and acknowledge the need for consensus is lost. These are the people that make this country’s situation incredibly risky. We’re now seeing the fruition of actions many saw coming, of a world that he and his supporters created. The constant need for self-enrichment, for more wealth and power, is always first and foremost. And anything that doesn’t benefit that is anathema to him.
The idea that releasing the Epstein files might bring unity is a fascinating, though perhaps naive, concept. It implies that transparency and the exposure of wrongdoing could somehow mend the divisions. However, the Epstein files could very well be another tool for division, weaponized to further the chaos.
In the end, the reality is harsh. Trump has never wanted to unite the country, and he likely never will. His actions, his words, and his entire political strategy have been built on the opposite of unity. He thrives on division, he exploits it, and he benefits from it. It’s a bleak picture, but it’s the one we’re faced with. And so, when he says he “couldn’t care less” about uniting the US, it’s not just a throwaway line. It’s a mission statement. It’s the sad truth we must confront.