America on Edge: National Anxiety in the Wake of Trump's Assassination Attempt

An assassination attempt on Donald Trump has heightened American fears of political violence ahead of the Nov. 5 election, as shown by a Reuters/Ipsos poll. The poll revealed that 80% of voters believe the country is spiraling out of control despite Trump's marginal lead. Voter fears have intensified since the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.

Americans are increasingly anxious following an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, fearing that the country is spiraling out of control, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll concluded this Tuesday.

The poll indicates Republican presidential candidate Trump has a slight edge over Democratic President Joe Biden among registered voters, within the poll's margin of error. Despite the attempt on Trump's life, voter sentiment remains largely unchanged, though an overwhelming 80% believe the nation is out of control.

Trump narrowly escaped death at a rally in Pennsylvania when a bullet grazed his ear, leading to heightened fears of political violence reminiscent of the 1960s. The poll shows that 84% of voters are worried about post-election violence.

(With inputs from agencies.)