The Legacy of Presidential Assassinations: From Lincoln to Trump

Before Saturday's attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, there have been multiple instances of political violence targeting various presidents and presidential candidates throughout American history. Four US presidents and one candidate have been assassinated since the founding of the US, highlighting the dangers of public office and the scrutiny that comes with it.

Donald Trump was shot by a gunman during a campaign rally on Saturday in what the FBI called an attempted assassination of the former U.S. president. The attempted assassination of Donald Trump adds to the long history of presidents and presidential candidates in the United States who have faced threats on their lives due to the nature of their positions.

The United States of America has a long history of assassinations and plots to kill the president or those who want to enter the White House. Abraham Lincoln topped the list, followed by Franklin D. Roosevelt and George Washington, showcasing the vulnerability of those in power to acts of violence.

Biden's trip to Israel adds him to the list of sitting U.S. presidents who visited a war zone, including Franklin Delano Roosevelt, underscoring the risks and challenges faced by leaders in times of conflict. It's Abraham Lincoln's birthday today, but you wouldn't know it by watching the number of states that observe the day as a paid holiday, reflecting the complex legacy of the 16th president.

US News: Abraham Lincoln was elected as the 16th President of the United States on November 6, 1860. His victory marked the rise of the Republican Party and the beginning of a tumultuous period in American history. Lincoln's presidency was marked by the Civil War and his efforts to preserve the Union, ultimately leading to his assassination in 1865.