Donald Trump Urges RFK Jr. To Support 2024 Campaign Amid Assassination Attempt and Vaccine Debate

Donald Trump suggested to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that he could support his 2024 campaign during a phone call, which was confirmed by Kennedy. The conversation touched on the recent assassination attempt on Kennedy, vaccines, and their impact on babies. Kennedy later apologized for the call being recorded and posted on social media.

In an unexpected turn of events, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump urged independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to support his 2024 campaign. The suggestion came during a phone call on Sunday, a recording of which was posted on social media and later confirmed by Kennedy.

Trump expressed confidence in winning the presidency, mentioning Democratic incumbent President Joe Biden. Kennedy acknowledged Trump's lead in the race. They discussed a recent assassination attempt on Kennedy, with Trump recalling the incident vividly, likening the bullet impact to a giant mosquito.

Kennedy's support base spans across the political spectrum, creating a potential voter split between Trump and Biden. They also revisited the contentious issue of vaccines, with Trump echoing Kennedy's controversial views. Despite the call's leak, Kennedy apologized and confirmed his continued race, emphasizing the importance of national unity.

(With inputs from agencies.)